2023 ACA Philadelphia Program Book_153rd Congress of Correction

Welcome to the 153 rd Congress of Correction

WELCOME

I am so honored to welcome you to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for the 153 rd Congress of Correction.

Philadelphia is a city rich with history, the arts and cuisine. I look forward to spending time with the corrections community who are gathering from all across this great land and from the far corners of the globe to discuss, debate and map out the future of our profession. We have assembled an all-star cast of corrections professionals who will lead fascinating workshop discussions and an informative and entertaining General Session sure to be the highlight of the Congress. The Philadelphia Convention Center will also be the scene of a huge exhibit hall with the very best in corrections. The hall will be open for your networking and informational needs. So many wonderful people are going to be passing through; you will find many old friends and make many new friends every single day. None of this would be possible without the incredible work done by our host committee whose tireless efforts and valuable wisdom have informed every aspect of the planning process. Personally, I am excited to have the opportunity to greet and exchange opinions with the outstanding women and men who share my commitment to the corrections profession. I cherish these moments because they have given me so much knowledge and motivation. After every conference, I am re-energized with the knowledge we are doing the best possible work for our staff and the public we serve. I welcome you to ACA’s 153 rd Congress of Correction in Philadelphia and I hope all of you who have traveled both near and far to be with us will find this experience uplifting and beneficial.

Denise M. Robinson President American Correctional Association

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