Maud Booth

Maud Booth was a 19th-century social reformer known for her work in improving prisons and supporting incarcerated individuals. She was the daughter of Colin M. Booth and, inspired by her faith, dedicated her life to addressing issues of crime, punishment, and rehabilitation. She founded the Prison Association of New York and worked to improve conditions in prisons, promote moral education, and develop rehabilitation programs. Her efforts emphasized humane treatment and the potential for positive change, significantly influencing the criminal justice reform movement in the United States during her lifetime.