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Women and Girls vs. the Justice System

TEDx via YouTube

Overview

Explore the experiences of women and girls in the justice system through a powerful TEDx talk featuring poetry and music. Delve into the stories of female prisoners, who make up 5% of the prison population, as Lady Unchained uses her artistic platform to shed light on the violence against women both in communities and within the criminal justice system. Discover how creativity and self-expression through poetry can empower those with experience in the justice system. Learn about Lady Unchained's mission to prove there is life after prison, her work hosting Unchained Nights, and her efforts conducting poetry workshops in prisons and women's centers. Gain insights into the speaker's background as a poet, author, performer, and advocate for life after prison, accompanied by keyboard and vocals from MIRI.

Syllabus

Women and Girls Vs the Justice System | Lady Unchained | TEDxTeessideWomen

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