Washburn Review

In this episode, Dani Essman, the Women's Activities and Learning Coordinator at the Topeka Correctional Facility, discusses the unique challenges faced by incarcerated mothers and the vital programs offered to help them maintain connections with their children, such as parenting classes, video visits, and the "Reading to Your Child" program. Essman, who found her passion for helping after a pivotal experience as a corrections officer, highlights the opportunities for Family and Human Services interns at the facility and shares the transformative impact of programs like the parenting retreats on the incarcerated women.