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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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Challenges faced by women in prison regarding basic hygiene and dignityTeresa Njoroge -
Realizing the need for change and taking action while incarceratedAnisah Sabur
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Formation of a foundation addressing AAHPI mass incarceration and deportation issuesEddy Zheng
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Experiences with the justice system and challenges with police and community supportDenise Spencer
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Supporting youth through military-style programs and educational challengesKeith Peterkin
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Media Advocacy68 InterviewsExplore
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Fond memories of camaraderie and respect within the Stones communityDarrell Cannon
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Motivations for advocacy and upcoming community and art projectsHeather Jo Canuel
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Educational experiences and lack of career ambitions in early lifeYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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Concerns about the impact of incarceration on children and siblingsMaria Moon
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Challenges and solutions for addressing youth issues related to addiction and street violenceDana Talbot
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Entering prison at a young age and the initial challenges facedMarketta Sims
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Public Opinion256 InterviewsExplore
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Coordinating and producing educational and cultural programs in prisonSharon White-Harrigan
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Gratitude for community support and personal growth beyond a criminal justice labelMarketta Sims
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The transformative role of mentorship and influential figures in personal growthTiffany Vulcain
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Developing leadership skills while helping younger inmates in shock incarceration campKeith Peterkin
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Experiences of trauma and coping through poetry after a hospital stayMaria Moon
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Experiences growing up in public housing and aspirations for a better lifeRobin Turner
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Teaching a son to defend himself against bullies and valuing education over early adult responsibilitiesDenise Spencer
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Facing challenges of gang violence and bullying while growing upMadeline Mendoza
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Influence of peer group on early career ambitions and choicesKeith Peterkin
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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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Experience with prison protests and organizing effortsKeith Peterkin
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A cherished childhood memory of peaceful moments spent on a homemade patio swingKatrina Butler
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The impact of environment on youth and the cycle of incarcerationRonald Marshall
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Reflections on overcoming challenges and maintaining faith while working for the cityKeith Peterkin
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Community support and mentorship during childhoodMarketta Sims
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Early childhood and upbringing with grandparents in IllinoisHeather Jo Canuel
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Team dynamics and lessons learned in a challenging environmentYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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Growing up in a supportive community and facing challenges with drug addictionAnisah Sabur
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Encouragement to ask questions and understand others' perspectives without judgmentDenise Spencer
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Growing up in New Orleans with a challenging childhood marked by domestic violence and private schoolingRonald Marshall
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Overcoming early life challenges and discouragement to become an organizerLinda Small
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Challenging childhood experiences and coping with traumaTiffany Vulcain
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Coping with personal loss and its impact on life choices and activismMichelle Clopton
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Advocacy methods and personal journey to community leadership and political candidacyWaleisah Wilson-Menefee
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Childhood experiences with domestic violence and efforts to protect familyRonald Marshall
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Overcoming early educational challenges and fostering a lifelong love of learningTiffany Vulcain
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Support from strangers and overcoming challenges during incarcerationMarketta Sims
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Early political experiences and career development in government and campaignsChanel Rhymes
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Overcoming poverty and childhood trauma to shape personal and professional identityLauren Hansen
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Controversy surrounding Chief Illiniwek and cultural misrepresentation at the University of IllinoisDana Talbot
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Involvement in advisory board for education while incarceratedLauren Hansen
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Mentorship and personal growth through education and writingKatrina Butler
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Childhood experiences and family challenges in a tumultuous home environmentLeroy Orange
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