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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Retaliation from the government after filing a human rights complaint against the prison systemDebbie Kilroy -
Challenges faced while providing support and resources in prisonsBleu Inkk Watkins
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Organizing a longtimer support network in prison to address inmates' needs and advocate for changeLinda Small
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Efforts to create change in women's prison through internal committees and advocacyDebbie Kilroy
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Realizing the political nature of grassroots prison advocacyLinda Small
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Collaborations and partnerships pursued during incarcerationLinda Small
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Challenges faced by volunteers working in prison systems and perseverance requiredBleu Inkk Watkins
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Experience of advocating against chaining and shackling during medical appointments in prisonLinda Small
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Retaliation and subtle tactics used against community organizers in prisonLinda Small
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The necessity of gaining community support and negotiating unsupervised meetings for incarcerated womenLinda Small
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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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Community mobilization and strategic influence in securing commissioner supportLinda Small