TED: From death row to law graduate | Peter Ouko

Peter Manson Ouko shares his journey from being wrongfully imprisoned to becoming an advocate for justice reform. Framed for a murder he didn't commit, Manson was sentenced to death but chose to forgive and work towards change. He collaborated with Alexander McLean to improve prison conditions and pursued a law degree, becoming the first graduate from the University of London within the prison system. Manson continues to empower inmates through education and advocates for justice reform, inspired by Martin Luther King's words to keep moving forward.

What was Manson's profession before he was wrongfully imprisoned?

• Lawyer

• Interior Designer

• Doctor

• Teacher

What significant decision did Manson make while in prison?

• To embrace forgiveness

• To play the victim

• To escape

• To remain silent

Who helped Manson and his fellow inmates set up a library in the prison?

• A prison guard

• A fellow inmate

• A university graduate from the UK

• A local politician

What did Manson achieve through his education while in prison?

• He started a business

• He wrote a book

• He became the first graduate from the University of London within the prison system

• He became a lawyer

How did Manson use his education to help others in prison?

• By teaching them art

• By cooking for them

• By writing legal briefs for them

• By organizing sports events

What is the focus of the African Prisons Project that Manson supports?

• Organizing cultural events

• Providing food supplies

• Training inmates and staff in law

• Building new prisons

What message does Manson emphasize at the end of his talk?

• To rely solely on others for help

• To always play the victim

• To keep moving forward regardless of circumstances

• To give up when things get tough