Stories
Each oral history interview in our archive contains dozens of stories. Explore them here, filtering by topic and collection.
670 stories released to date
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Challenges and obstacles faced by incarcerated individuals and staff attitudes toward rehabilitation and educationLeah Faria -
Creating public platforms to share stories from death row inmates and challenge preconceived notionsAlice Kim
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Influence of peer group on early career ambitions and choicesKeith Peterkin
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Reflecting on personal growth and advocacy through literature and educationEddy Zheng
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Using the grievance procedure to address unfair treatment during incarcerationMarketta Sims
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Advocacy against police brutality and the personal impact of tortureDarrell Cannon
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Organizing a remote clemency celebration for women released from incarcerationCassandra Severe
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Memorable moments and triumphs from involvement in prison work focused on women's education and supportYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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Challenges and strategies in collaborating with other women on shared goalsYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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Advocacy against disrespectful corporate practices and media stereotypes of people of colorDana Talbot
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Realizing the need for change after a personal loss while incarceratedSharon White-Harrigan
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The value of collective storytelling and diverse experiences in organizing for change among incarcerated individualsTiffany Vulcain
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Family dynamics and encouraging education for future stabilityLauren Hansen
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Addressing misconduct and advocating for change in a boot camp environmentYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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Expression through art, activism, and creative endeavorsMadeline Mendoza
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The importance of celebrating life and legacy while aliveYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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Experiences of powerlessness and violation in the prison system affecting marginalized groupsTiffany Vulcain
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Learning about civil rights figures and legal self-education during incarcerationDarrell Cannon
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Addressing racism, colorism, and solidarity among women in a prison settingLeah Faria
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Childhood aspirations of becoming an athlete and community sports involvementKeith Peterkin
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Building community and support networks among women in prisonLeah Faria
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Ongoing activism and advocacy in various social issues through personal purpose and serviceMarketta Sims
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Experiences of educational opportunities and discrimination in prisonLauren Hansen
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Three key needs for successful reentry after incarcerationHeather Jo Canuel
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Support and inspiration from a psychologist for women post-incarcerationAnisah Sabur
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A parent's anguish after leaving their son in custodyDenise Spencer
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The importance of celebrating life and honoring ancestors' roles in community and leadershipYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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Reflecting on a mother's hard work and perseverance during challenging timesRonald Marshall
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Experiences of bused education and its impact on after-school opportunitiesKeith Peterkin
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Reentry experience and overcoming challenges through privilege and hard workRegnarian Jenkins
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Mentoring and inspiring younger generations through personal experiences and community engagementMadeline Mendoza
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Creative activism during incarceration using art to communicate external messagesHeather Jo Canuel
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Personal experiences of trauma and difficult choices as a mother in a legal situationDenise Spencer
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Challenges in advocacy for criminal justice reform and media representationBill Ryan
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Using negotiation and inclusion to overcome challenges in project implementationYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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Comparing conditions and human interaction between Danbury and MDC Brooklyn in SHU settingsTiffany Vulcain
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Fear and power dynamics in the prison systemRegnarian Jenkins
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Creating art that reflects on incarceration, freedom, and healingMichelle Clopton
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Experiencing childhood abuse and its impact on dreams and mental healthTiffany Vulcain
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Addressing childhood bullying through a direct confrontation approachDenise Spencer
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Lasting connections formed through prison work and mentorship relationshipsYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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Reflections on resilience, personal growth, and community support through struggleSharon White-Harrigan
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Emotional suppression and the use of segregation in prisonsMaria Moon
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Overcoming challenges and proving resilience after incarcerationAyana Thomas
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Addressing post-incarceration challenges and the need for comprehensive support systemsDana Talbot
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Efforts to support and upskill formerly imprisoned women in Kenya through corporate partnerships and mentorship programsTeresa Njoroge
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Supporting women in the judicial system and addressing trauma and griefAyana Thomas
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Reflections on death penalty abolition efforts and the need for systemic change in the criminal justice systemBill Ryan
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Overcoming early life challenges and discouragement to become an organizerLinda Small
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Advocating for women's rights and tackling workplace harassmentLauren Hansen
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Navigating life in a restrictive environment and adapting to new rules and community dynamicsAyana Thomas
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Experiencing retaliation and intimidation after publishing a controversial book in prisonRonald Marshall
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Reflections on activism, racism, and overcoming discouragement after election resultsWaleisah Wilson-Menefee
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Reflecting on past self and the impact of mentorship and guidanceYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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Disparities in sentencing and prison time for similar crimesLauren Hansen
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Potential setbacks related to long-term investment and funding for the agencySharon White-Harrigan
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Pursuing a career in nursing and transitioning to social work after incarceration barriersCassandra Severe
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The decision to address the incarceration of Black and Brown women and advocate for changeLeah Faria
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Experiences and attitudes towards education and personal growth through incarcerationLauren Hansen
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Advocacy for a moratorium on executions in IllinoisBill Ryan
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Experiencing a political awakening through challenging a sanction using education and advocacy skillsCharlotte Garnes
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Influence of Black female mentors during upbringing and education journeyWaleisah Wilson-Menefee
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Reflecting on the psychological impact of incarceration and the struggle to maintain hopeMaria Moon
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Understanding and addressing trauma in approaches to change and leadershipYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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The significance of a death penalty moratorium for inmates on death rowBill Ryan
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The importance of public support in addressing mass incarceration and justice system reformHeather Jo Canuel
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Reflections on overcoming challenges and maintaining faith while working for the cityKeith Peterkin
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Changing views on the justice system after personal experienceRegnarian Jenkins
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Inspiration to pursue law from a fellow inmate's determinationRonald Marshall
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Inclusive approach to advocacy addressing multiple interrelated issues faced by marginalized womenSharon White-Harrigan
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The story behind getting the nickname "Pencil" after a classroom incidentRonald Marshall
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Experiencing wrongful imprisonment and reflecting on biasesTeresa Njoroge
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