IOW's 30th Year Anniversary and Honoring Sister Janet Harris

For three decades, InsideOUT Writers (IOW) has demonstrated that when individuals are given the opportunity to be heard, supported, and believed in, transformation is possible. Since its founding in 1996, the organization has empowered thousands of justice-impacted youth and adults through creative writing, mentorship, education, and comprehensive reentry support, creating pathways toward healing, personal growth, and lasting success.

The IOW 30th Anniversary Celebration will commemorate this extraordinary milestone while honoring the visionary leadership and enduring legacy of Sister Janet Harris and her unwavering commitment to justice, compassion, and human dignity. Her vision laid the foundation for an organization that has become a respected leader in arts-based rehabilitation, reentry, diversion, and youth prevention programming. Her legacy continues to inspire thousands of young people and the professionals who serve them.

More than an anniversary celebration, this event will serve as a powerful testament to the resilience of the individuals InsideOUT Writers serves and to the transformative power of education, creativity, and community.