There are about 3.300 prisoners on death row, mainly men, who are awaiting a next phase in the appeal path or a warrant for execution. Being locked up for 23 hours a day in a 1.80 x 2.20 m cell, is the rule rather than the exception for death row prisoners. They are not allowed to work. A capital punishment procedure can take a long time: 15 to 20 years are no exception. The situation is extremely depressing.

Therefore, corresponding with someone from the outside world can become of vital importance to these prisoners. A sign that someone cares. A gleam of hope, light in the darkness, encouragement. However, corresponding with someone on death row should not be taken lightly. Beforehand you should ask yourself whether you will be able to continue corresponding, possibly until the prisoner's death. An execution is a horrible and unnatural way to die.

Inside-Outside is focussed on prisoners in the USA because the English language is accessible to us. We believe that writing to prisoners in other countries is equally meaningful, however, we do not have sufficient assistance and practical facilities for extending services in this field.

We coordinate correspondence only for prisoners who have to serve life, life without parole, or a death sentence.

For those of you who wish to become involved, we request a once-only contribution to the amount of EUR 10,00. You then become a supporter of our foundation during the current calendar year.

Besides providing addresses for correspondence, Inside-Outside can also be contacted by members in case there are questions or problems.

The board of Inside-Outside:

Mrs. Else Bougie		chairperson/LWOP
Mr. Ad Zoet		treasurer
Ms. Wilma Zoet		secretary
Mrs. Agnes Steenssens		Flanders Department
Ms. Tessa Ruffle		death penalty