Stories
Each oral history interview in our archive contains dozens of stories. Explore them here, filtering by topic and collection.
301 stories released to date
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Peer collaboration and support in navigating the prison systemLinda Small -
Efforts to create change in women's prison through internal committees and advocacyDebbie Kilroy
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Collaborative efforts and learning about legislation during incarcerationBleu Inkk Watkins
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Observing the impact of the Change program on women's community involvementRobin Turner
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Starting and leading the Atlanta Tradeswomen Network and transition to criminal justice workSharon Turner
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Influences during early years and communal support in later community workDebbie Kilroy
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Mentorship and support from a network of women around the worldDebbie Kilroy
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The necessity of gaining community support and negotiating unsupervised meetings for incarcerated womenLinda Small
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Journey from life coaching to offering free mentoring services to justice-impacted individualsKatrina Butler
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Mentors encountered through educational initiatives at Colby CollegeLinda Small
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Takeaways from organizing with incarcerated women and the need for mutual supportDebbie Kilroy
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Programs to engage and deter at-risk juveniles from criminal activitySharon Turner
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Formation and impact of the African American Women Prison AssociationBleu Inkk Watkins
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Chronology of the creation and interruption of the Change media project due to master's degree commitmentsRobin Turner
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Challenges and strategies in prison education advocacyKatrina Butler
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Mentors and influencers in prisonBleu Inkk Watkins
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Advice for those currently engaged in advocacy workBleu Inkk Watkins
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Starting a re-entry program for formerly incarcerated womenRobin Turner
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Meeting Andrea James and advocating for voter rights and women's incarceration in MaineLinda Small
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Personal experiences with trauma and resilience in the context of victim advocacyRenaldo Hudson
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Mentorship and community support on death rowRenaldo Hudson
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Support and impact of the mothers of the movement for death row inmatesRenaldo Hudson
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Empowering women to reform the criminal justice systemLinda Small
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Challenges faced while providing support and resources in prisonsBleu Inkk Watkins
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Methods for building solidarity and support among women on important issuesRobin Turner
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Support and mentorship from fellow inmates in prisonStanley Howard
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Counseling women in prison and experiencing personal growth through the processKatrina Butler
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Impact and expansion of the Change program for women leaving prisonRobin Turner
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Addressing unique challenges faced by Black and brown women in organizing the Long Termers GroupLinda Small
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Lessons learned and advice for women in community organizingRobin Turner
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Influential women mentors and their impactRobin Turner
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Influential figures during early life in ComptonBleu Inkk Watkins
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Overcoming fear of public speaking and becoming a teacher's aide in prisonKatrina Butler
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Impact of the long termers group on prison conditions and quality of life for all inmatesLinda Small
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Finding mentors through an unexpected academic courseKatrina Butler
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Organizing a longtimer support network in prison to address inmates' needs and advocate for changeLinda Small
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Commitment to national leadership and networking among Black womenRobin Turner
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The importance of providing emotional support and encouragement to family and friendsRobin Turner
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Advice for women building alliances and support networks for othersRobin Turner
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Advice for incarcerated women on community organizing and initiating changeLinda Small
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Ensuring the continuity of advocacy and support for incarcerated womenLinda Small
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Building trust and addressing conflict among incarcerated womenDebbie Kilroy
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Challenges faced in nonprofit work due to diverse needs and holistic supportKatrina Butler
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Expressing gratitude for shared maternal support and its impact on accomplishmentsRonald Kitchen
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Navigating and resolving tensions among diverse women to build consensusLinda Small
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Experience with mentorship and the impact of Bridgette Simpson in organizing workSharon Turner
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Initiating and leading ministry activities in prisonKatrina Butler
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Role and approach to action and implementationRonald Kitchen
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