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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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Involvement in anti-war activism and a life-changing trip to VietnamLinda Evans -
Reflections on resilience, personal growth, and community support through struggleSharon White-Harrigan
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Advocacy against prison gerrymandering and its impact on communitiesRonald Marshall
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Advocacy for systemic change in prison conditions and women's treatmentLinda Small
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Negotiating with Facilities84 InterviewsExplore
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Using the grievance procedure to address unfair treatment during incarcerationMarketta Sims
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Advocacy against restricting physical mail and personal items for incarcerated individualsDenise Spencer
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Protesting the use of Chief Illiniwek and stereotypes of Native AmericansDana Talbot
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Identifying as a multi-faceted individual influenced by Black empowerment and historical revolutionistsRonald Marshall
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Collaboration with Jesse Jackson to oppose the death penalty in IllinoisAlice Kim
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Advocacy for a moratorium on executions in IllinoisBill Ryan
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Experience with prison protests and organizing effortsKeith Peterkin
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Aspirations to dismantle and reform the legal system to address systemic issuesAnisah Sabur
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Impact of organizing long-term incarcerated women on overall facility conditionsLinda Small
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Voting Rights13 InterviewsExplore
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Reconnecting with the community after incarceration through shared experiences and supportRegnarian Jenkins
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Advocacy against disrespectful corporate practices and media stereotypes of people of colorDana Talbot
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The impact of a women's movement advocating for change and empowermentSharon White-Harrigan
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Creative activism during incarceration using art to communicate external messagesHeather Jo Canuel
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The role of influence in shaping future policy and addressing misconductJane Dorotik
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Advocacy for the Pretrial Fairness Act and the Expecting Justice Bill in IllinoisHeather Jo Canuel
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Challenges of organizing protests in Louisiana's prison system due to religious beliefsRonald Marshall
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Experiences with justice reinvestment, racial dynamics in organizations, and working in prison education programsChanel Rhymes
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Challenges and solutions for addressing youth issues related to addiction and street violenceDana Talbot
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Advocacy efforts for incarcerated individuals and meeting with local officialsDenise Spencer
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The role of advocacy groups in addressing sexual assault and women's rights amidst political challengesLinda Evans
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Activism and advocacy efforts after returning home from incarcerationMichelle Clopton
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Advocacy for support groups led by community members for confidentiality and safetyMaria Moon
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Advocacy efforts for women prisoners and coalition building through CCWPLinda Evans
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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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Securing community support and recognition from the commissioner through strategic advocacyLinda Small
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Activism and imprisonment related to anti-war and anti-racism organizing activitiesLinda Evans
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Inside-outside organizing strategy in the Death Row Ten campaignAlice Kim
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Creating public platforms to share stories from death row inmates and challenge preconceived notionsAlice Kim
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Debate over focusing on innocence versus rehabilitation in criminal justice reform movementsBill Ryan
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Influence of family history and early exposure to advocacy on current workChanel Rhymes
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Influences in early life leading to community workLauren Hansen
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The role of activism and organizing in advocating for changeWaleisah Wilson-Menefee
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The impact of colonial-era penal codes on marginalized communities in KenyaTeresa Njoroge
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Achieving an associate's degree in prison despite personal and systemic challengesSharon White-Harrigan
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The challenges and dynamics of organizing for change among female inmatesMichelle Clopton
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Advocacy for Native American rights and addressing alcohol-related issues on reservationsDana Talbot
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Criticism of land ownership and environmental exploitationDana Talbot
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Advocacy for reparations and reflections on systemic injustice in ChicagoDarrell Cannon
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Advocating for educational resources and technology access in prisonLauren Hansen
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Experiences with political activism, music, and press collectivesLinda Evans
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Solution-driven organizing to address systemic issues affecting marginalized communitiesRobin Turner
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Resilience and empowerment after overcoming adversityMichelle Clopton
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Efforts to address discrimination and promote inclusivity across various identitiesYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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The need for unity and action in the movement against mass incarcerationDana Talbot
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College experiences and events leading to activism in anti-police brutality and anti-death penalty movementsAlice Kim
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Empowering voices within the criminal legal system reform movementAlice Kim
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Activism against the death penalty in Illinois and efforts to influence policy changeAlice Kim
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Advocating for collective action and family involvement in supporting wrongfully convicted individualsMarilyn Mulero
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Involvement in activism and support for various ethnic and international communitiesDenise Spencer
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Addressing racism, colorism, and solidarity among women in a prison settingLeah Faria
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Abolishing the death penalty and the impact of the moratorium in IllinoisAlice Kim
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Expression through art, activism, and creative endeavorsMadeline Mendoza
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Systemic retaliation against prison reform efforts by womenSharon White-Harrigan
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Growing up in China during the Cultural Revolution and moving to the United StatesEddy Zheng
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Encouraging community advocacy and collective action for changeMarketta Sims
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Navigating racial tensions and systemic issues in response to violence against the Asian communityEddy Zheng
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Reflections on activism and personal transformation after incarcerationMichelle Clopton
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Team dynamics and lessons learned in a challenging environmentYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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Challenges of overcoming bias and resistance to community reintegration for formerly incarcerated individualsYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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Advocacy for access to programs and opportunities in correctional facilities through persistent efforts and grievancesMichelle Clopton
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Family values and cultural heritage shaping identity and resilienceChanel Rhymes
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Reflecting on contributions to social justice and systemic changeAnisah Sabur
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Joining an advocacy group to support a son and meeting influential figuresDenise Spencer
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Empowering incarcerated women through collective action and overcoming trust issuesRobin Turner
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Different philosophies in anti-death penalty advocacy organizationsAlice Kim
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March 2024 march for clemency for formerly incarcerated women across the USAnisah Sabur
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Experiences of mistreatment and abuse in prison settingsAnisah Sabur
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Advice for those entering advocacy and organizing work, including knowing one's limits and balancing personal lifeWaleisah Wilson-Menefee
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Advocacy efforts for a bill addressing children affected by parental incarcerationMarketta Sims
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Compassionate Companions program and its impact in a women's prisonJane Dorotik
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Efforts to organize and improve conditions in prison despite challenges and lack of responseDana Talbot
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Influence of Mao's China on the Black Panthers and Asian American activism in the U.S.Eddy Zheng
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Lessons learned from organizing efforts in prison and their influence on advocacy strategiesSharon White-Harrigan
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Criticizing the allocation of funds within Illinois prisonsDenise Spencer
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The importance of acknowledging losses and building relationships in activism and social movementsAlice Kim
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Experiences with the justice system and challenges with police and community supportDenise Spencer
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Encouraging justice-impacted individuals to join the movement for systemic changeRonald Marshall
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Challenges in addressing racial and social justice issues in contemporary societyDana Talbot
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Differences in privilege between violent and non-violent inmates and advocacy for changeMichelle Clopton
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Call to action for advocacy against mass incarceration and supporting community reintegrationMarketta Sims
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Activism and support for mothers of incarcerated childrenDenise Spencer
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The importance of organizing and advocacy in making policy changesLinda Evans
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Challenges and advocacy efforts by incarcerated individuals during the crack eraKeith Peterkin
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Challenges and subtle retaliation faced during prison community organizing effortsLinda Small
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