Meet Sharon

Sharon White is the author of A Journey 2 Tough to Quit and a passionate advocate for prison reform, working actively with The National Council to bring about meaningful change. In her debut memoir, Sharon courageously shares her raw and unfiltered experiences within the prison system, offering readers a deeply personal account of her journey. Through her story, she inspires others to find hope and resilience in the face of life’s toughest challenges. A Journey 2 Tough to Quit serves as a powerful testament to the strength of the human spirit, reminding us that our struggles can fuel positive change. This compelling book is essential reading for anyone dedicated to making a difference and building a brighter future for all.

A former New Yorker and current Delaware resident, Sharon is the proud mother of two sons, Shawn and Thomas, and a grandmother to six grandchildren. She is also a founding member of the National Council for Incarcerated and Formerly Incarcerated Women and Girls, where she advocates for restorative justice and is deeply committed to reimagining communities. Building up People, and not Prisons.

Sharon believes that every experience in her life serves a greater purpose. Her guiding motto is: “NOTHING I HAVE BEEN THROUGH SHALL BE WASTED.”