Stories
Each oral history interview in our archive contains dozens of stories. Explore them here, filtering by topic and collection.
3393 stories released to date
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The impact of colonial-era penal codes on marginalized communities in KenyaTeresa Njoroge -
Involvement with bail fund and the impact of George Floyd's death on fundraising effortsChanel Rhymes
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Addressing post-incarceration challenges and the need for comprehensive support systemsDana Talbot
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Advocating for the Clean Slate Initiative and addressing systemic barriers in criminal justice reformMarketta Sims
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Media Advocacy68 InterviewsExplore
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Self-description as an artist, activist, advocate, and organizer promoting community and kindnessJane Dorotik
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Addressing disrespectful behavior in a supportive environmentMichelle Clopton
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Using relatable stories for difficult conversations about mass incarceration and economic injustice in IllinoisHeather Jo Canuel
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Experiences and reflections on surviving shock incarceration campKeith Peterkin
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Navigating challenges as a Black woman advocating for change in government and communityYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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Initiating change by advocating for justice-impacted individuals in prison settingsRegnarian Jenkins
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Advocacy for change in the death penalty and the importance of personal storiesBill Ryan
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Creating and implementing a volunteer media project called Change for previously incarcerated womenRobin Turner
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Building camaraderie and community in a boot camp environmentYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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Experience working with the Ohio Organizing Collaborative on campaigns for marginalized communitiesRobin Turner
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Public Opinion256 InterviewsExplore
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Breaking the cycle of incarceration and advocating for reentry services for womenAnisah Sabur
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Call to action for advocacy against mass incarceration and supporting community reintegrationMarketta Sims
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Using mime and youth programs to build trust and provide emotional release in a church settingMichelle Clopton
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Reflecting on past self and the impact of mentorship and guidanceYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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The convergence of factors leading to the death penalty moratorium in IllinoisBill Ryan
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Advocating for women's programs and education after incarcerationMarilyn Mulero
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Encouragement and advice for new members supporting the organization's causeJane Dorotik
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Navigating racial tensions and systemic issues in response to violence against the Asian communityEddy Zheng
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The importance of rehabilitative programs for incarcerated individualsMichelle Clopton
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Reflection on wrongful imprisonment and advocacy for criminal justice reformJane Dorotik
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Pressing issues for incarcerated women and gender nonconforming individuals in 2025Linda Evans
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Ongoing activism and advocacy in various social issues through personal purpose and serviceMarketta Sims
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Overcoming fear and finding purpose as a teacher's aide in prisonKatrina Butler
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The role of activism and organizing in advocating for changeWaleisah Wilson-Menefee
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The importance of empowering incarcerated individuals to lead their own advocacy effortsLauren Hansen
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Perceptions of unjust laws and lengthy prison sentences during incarcerationMadeline Mendoza
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The need for unity and action in the movement against mass incarcerationDana Talbot
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Access to information and communication within the prison systemCharlotte Garnes
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The journey to advocating for the abolition of the death penaltyAlice Kim
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Collaborations for alternative sentencing and rehabilitation programs in the Kenyan justice systemTeresa Njoroge
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The impact of the California Coalition for Women Prisoners (CCWP) and the creation of the UC Sentencing ProjectJane Dorotik
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Opposition to life without parole in death penalty advocacyAlice Kim
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Establishment and impact of Illinois' death penalty moratorium and eventual abolitionBill Ryan
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The importance of including victims' families in the justice process and advocating for restorative justiceBill Ryan
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Advocacy for abolishing life without parole and the death penaltyJane Dorotik
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Support and positive reception for the Meet Her At The Gate program within the prison systemCassandra Severe
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Career ambitions in the military and interest in criminal profiling before incarcerationLauren Hansen
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Support and inspiration from a psychologist for women post-incarcerationAnisah Sabur
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Observing the impact and continued momentum of the Change program for women in the communityRobin Turner
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Creating dignity packs for women and children in Kenyan prisonsTeresa Njoroge
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