Research
Behind the Stories
There is a growing body of research about women, incarceration, and gender disparities within the justice system. Visit this space to explore studies and new data from leading researchers in the field of criminal justice reform.
Examines the ways A New Way of Life Re-Entry Project supports women’s growth and fights to reshape policies that drive overincarceration of women of color.
December, 2016
National policy report on trauma experienced by children with an incarcerated parent.
2016
National report explores how jail deepens the societal disadvantages women face, what drives women’s incarceration and ways to reverse the trend.
2016
Investigative report on medical neglect and abuse of women in California jails and prisons.
2015
Tracks the growing involvement of women within the criminal justice system from 1980 to 2014.
November 2015
