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1. www.wpaonline.orgWomen's Prison Association - Women's Prison Association

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   The nation's first. organization for women impacted by incarceration. Freedom. We believe women belong with their families and not behind bars. Safety. We offer safe spaces to live, heal, and grow. Independence. We honor each woman's experience and empower her to make supportive community connections. In The News. Keeping Mothers Out of Jail (CNN)

2. www.themarshallproject.org › 2017/10/10 › what-is-prison-like-for-women-and-girlsWhat Is Prison Like for Women and Girls? | The Marshall Project

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   Oct 10, 2017 · Men still make up the vast majority of inmates, but women in prison face unique challenges. Most are mothers. Prisons limit or charge money for basics like tampons and pads. Women are also more likely to be sexually assaulted, particularly by guards.

3. www.npr.org › 2018/10/15 › 647874342In Prison, Discipline Comes Down Hardest On Women : NPR

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   Oct 15, 2018 · The population of women in prison has risen more than 750 percent since 1980, yet women going to prison are entering an institution built to control men. One result is that women in...