Walking through prison gates for the first time is a terrifying experience, regardless of the length of sentence. Walking back out again as a free individual can be just as terrifying, and traumatic. Voices Inside and Out talks with people who’ve actually walked through those gates, both those who’ve walked out again and with those who are still waiting for that day. We look at their personal stories, the strategies they used to get to where they are, their successes, and their failures. By looking at the common and unique themes from these individual stories we can create stronger support systems for prisoners, their families, and their communities once they reenter them. The language and views shared are those of the speakers and may not reflect the position of the JHSC.
This episode raises some interesting issues:a. what is the best strategy for addressing the fact of a criminal record when dealing with a prospective ...
This episode raises some interesting issues:a) if people understood the unintended consequences of their crimes for others, would it have a deterrent ...
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Could restorative justice include making communities more welcoming and supportive of former prisoners returning to communities?What contribution can ...
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Garry shared with us his Welcoming the Stranger Guide to Reintegration which was referenced in the episode. Please email national@johnhoward.ca if y...
How sanitary are the conditions in maximum prisons and are prisoners being given adequate cleaning supplies to disinfect adequately to fend off COVID ...
Given the challenges faced by former prisoners in finding employment, should there be opportunities to learn to become small business owners while in ...
Some further thoughts:a. Given the support that so many parolees receive from peers, does it make sense to have blanket parole conditions prohibiting...
This episode highlights both the opportunities and challenges for lifers coming into communities and raises some important issues:a. how important ar...