By: Mae Frances Bing
Colleton County Library has invited Lester Young to speak on Saturday, July 23 from 11:30 A.M. until 2:00 P.M. The name of young’s program is “Changing the Narrative.” This program’s purpose is to start an honest conversation on crime, prevention, and redemption.
Lester Young is a native of Hilton Head Island. At the age of 19, Young was given a life sentence with the possibility of parole after 20 years. During his time in prison, Young struggled with finding redemption and often wondered what his purpose was. Young asked himself, “what is the footprint you want to leave in this world?” It was then he released his purpose. With approval from the warden, Young along with the prison chapin began meeting to create outlines, programs, and classes to instruct and mentor fellow inmates. From there, Young established his non-profit organization, “Path2Redemption.” On May 15, 2014, Young was released on parole. His programs are still being implemented even after his release.
This program is free. There will also be a presentation of plagues to citizens in the community for their contribution to the community and the organization.
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