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Knowledge is power!  We have posted some important resources for understanding who the incarcerated survivor is and what challenges she has and continues to face.  Check back often because we will be updating this page with new resources as we become aware of them.

Women in the Criminal Justice System

Women in Prison Fact Sheet

Why Focus on Incarcerated Women?

Survivors of Abuse

PTSD and Victimization Among Female Inmates in Illinois

Victimization and Help-Seeking Behaviors Among Female Inmates in Illinois

Domestic Violence Fact Sheet

Sin by Silence (a documentary on the first peer-led support group for incarcerated survivors)

Breaking Down the Bars
a 7-episode series on incarcerated women

On-line curriculum for Advocacy for Victims of Abuse


Gender Responsive Strategies:  Research, Practice &
Guiding Principles for Women Offenders


Silent Screams:  Incarcerated Survivors of Family Violence

 

 

Testimonials

"I found out that I am not alone; that it is ok to go through the healing process and it is not my fault about the things that happened to me."

"Surviving Abuse" participant

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