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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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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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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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Youth130 InterviewsExplore
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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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Wrongful Conviction42 InterviewsExplore
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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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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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The movement for abolishing the death penalty in Illinois after the 2000 moratoriumAlice Kim
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Debate over focusing on innocence versus rehabilitation in criminal justice reform movementsBill Ryan
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Activism against the death penalty in Illinois and efforts to influence policy changeAlice Kim
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Reflecting on organizing and education efforts in a reparations movementDarrell Cannon
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Activism and support for mothers of incarcerated childrenDenise Spencer
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The importance of taking time for change and being cautious with progress stepsKatrina Butler
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Building community and empowerment through art and storytelling while incarceratedJane Dorotik
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Experience as a theology aide in a prison program and challenges facedKatrina Butler
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Experiencing pregnancy and motherhood during incarceration in a nursery program at Rikers IslandYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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Advocacy for the Pretrial Fairness Act and the Expecting Justice Bill in IllinoisHeather Jo Canuel
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Involvement with CCWP and experiences at Delancey Street and CCWFJane Dorotik
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Collaboration challenges among women in advocacy movementsSharon White-Harrigan
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Collaboration with Jesse Jackson to oppose the death penalty in IllinoisAlice Kim
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Advocacy for prison education programs and amending the Thirteenth AmendmentLauren Hansen
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Critique of the criminal justice system and its impact on marginalized groupsKeith Peterkin
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Reconnecting with the community after incarceration through shared experiences and supportRegnarian Jenkins
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Aspirations to dismantle and reform the legal system to address systemic issuesAnisah Sabur
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Influence of early life experiences and community efforts to prevent youth violenceMarilyn Mulero
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Compassionate Companions program and its impact in a women's prisonJane Dorotik
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The impact of boot camp programs on rehabilitation and community reintegrationYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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March 2024 march for clemency for formerly incarcerated women across the USAnisah Sabur
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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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Advocacy and organizing efforts for humane treatment of incarcerated individualsAnisah Sabur
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Hopes for a legacy as a change maker and humanitarianRobin Turner
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The psychological impact of incarceration and the importance of peer supportMarketta Sims
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Challenges of implementing gender-responsive programs in prisons and advocating for women's educationLinda Small
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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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Abolishing the death penalty and the impact of the moratorium in IllinoisAlice Kim
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Building community and support systems while incarceratedMarketta Sims
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Desire to work in substance abuse recovery for marginalized communitiesDana Talbot
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Securing community support and recognition from the commissioner through strategic advocacyLinda Small
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Witnessing an execution and forming friendships with death row inmatesBill Ryan
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Impact of the Change program on women transitioning from prisonRobin Turner
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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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Creating art that reflects on incarceration, freedom, and healingMichelle Clopton
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Experiences and personal growth during incarceration and boot campYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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Emotional suppression and the use of segregation in prisonsMaria Moon
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Reflecting on contributions to social justice and systemic changeAnisah Sabur
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Advocacy and policy change for humane treatment of incarcerated womenAnisah Sabur
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Reflecting on human connection beyond societal barriers and striving for justiceTeresa Njoroge
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Reflections on life after prison and hopes for a more just worldTeresa Njoroge
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Aspiring to create a legacy of empowerment and personal growthTiffany Vulcain
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The importance of public support in addressing mass incarceration and justice system reformHeather Jo Canuel
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Lessons learned from organizing efforts in prison and their influence on advocacy strategiesSharon White-Harrigan
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Identifying as a multi-faceted individual influenced by Black empowerment and historical revolutionistsRonald Marshall
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Understanding and addressing trauma in approaches to change and leadershipYolanda 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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The impact of prison experiences and advocacy efforts on community changeSharon White-Harrigan
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Efforts to abolish the death penalty in Illinois during the 1990sBill Ryan
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Different philosophies in anti-death penalty advocacy organizationsAlice Kim
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Organizing a support network for long-term incarcerated women to address their needs and advocate for changeLinda Small
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Advocacy for reparations and reflections on systemic injustice in ChicagoDarrell Cannon
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Pursuing a career in social work and advocacy for alternatives to incarcerationDana Talbot
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Motivations for advocacy and upcoming community and art projectsHeather Jo Canuel
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Finding healing and empowerment through a photography class and art exhibitMarketta Sims
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Supporting women in court and the importance of emotional support in legal defense teamsAyana Thomas
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The need for systemic change in the criminal justice process before incarcerationAyana Thomas
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Creating and expanding programs for AAPI prisoners and supporting the community through New Breath FoundationEddy Zheng
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Developing the Clean Start initiative for women post-imprisonment in KenyaTeresa Njoroge
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Efforts to support criminal justice reform and create opportunities for womenYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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Advocacy for a moratorium on executions in IllinoisBill Ryan
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Advocacy for Native American rights and addressing alcohol-related issues on reservationsDana Talbot
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Advocacy efforts to influence policy and raise awareness about prison conditionsJane Dorotik
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Hopes for a legacy of empowering women and reforming the justice systemLinda Small
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Advice for individuals wanting to contribute meaningfully to advocacy workHeather Jo Canuel
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Advocacy and support for women transitioning from incarceration through the Women's Prison AssociationYolanda Johnson-Peterkin
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