A graduation ceremony at the Dayton Correctional Institution recognized the 52 incarcerated women who earned either a GED diploma or career technology certification through the Ohio Central School System.
Tierra Fort was one of the women who received her degree and said she was excited to take steps toward getting her chemical depends license so she can give back to the community while helping people struggling with substance abuse.
“Today means a lot today to me. It’s very inspirational that even in a place like this we can overcome and not just survive, but thrive as well,” she said. “This means a lot to me that I can go home and give back to the community. Getting my diploma here today I can go to college for the first time.”
Fort said she was proud of all the women who received their degree and certificates.
“I’m so proud to be a part of this class that’s graduating today,” she added.
In all, 52 women received diplomas and certificates during the ceremony.
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