Terrance Ferrell

Terrance Ferrell grew up in one of North Charleston’s most violent neighborhoods. At nine, his dad died and his mom went to prison. His uncles groomed him for a criminal lifestyle, and as a child, he carried drugs for them and often visited family in prison. At 11, he went to juvenile detention and spent the next 30 years cycling through prison. Before joining Turn90, he had never worked legally. With his new skills and support system, Terrance turned his life around. In 2021, he became a permanent staff member, earning multiple promotions before moving to Columbia, SC, as Turn90’s Center Director.

Turning Point is a story of redemption, hope and the transformative impact of innovative thinking in criminal justice reform. The one-hour documentary introduces viewers to Turn90 founder Amy Barch and the transformative journey she offers participants as they work to overcome the odds, rebuild their lives and ultimately mentor others. By providing paid training, Turn90 enables participants to focus on personal growth without the immediate financial pressures of reintegration. Viewers get an inside look at the program’s unique elements including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy sessions that address the impact of survival tactics learned in prison and on the streets.