Posts Tagged ‘violence’
Inside and Out: Women, Prison, and Therapy
Elaine Leeder’s book Inside and Out: Women, Prison, and Therapy takes a look at the growing problem of female incarceration. Leeder’s uses her feminist perspective to dispel stereotypes about women offenders. The book also includes an in-depth analysis of how violence has affected women and led to increased criminality.
Inside and Out: Women, Prison, and Therapy can be purchased on Amazon.com.
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Economy Affects Indiana Prison Violence
Indiana prisons have seen an upsurge in violence, and assaults on both inmates and staff are on the rise. Many say cuts in funding are to blame, and overcrowding has spurred inmate anger.
Read more here.
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Chicago Sets Out a Plan for At-Risk Students
Chicago public schools are taking a serious look at reducing violence among high school students. The plan is being funded by federal stimulus money and will promote targeted support programs for the city’s students at highest risk to fall victim to violent crime.
Read more about the plan here…
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Gang Violence in California Prison Leaves Some Injured
A total of 193 inmates were involved in gang violence at the Avenal State Prison in California. The fighting was so severe that 11 inmates are still hospitalized a day later. The violence has been attributed to a rivalry between two Latino gangs.
Read more about the violence here…
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