1. Artifact: Find a recent news article (from the past 5 years) that discusses an issue related to the incarceration of women. This could include topics such as:
- Sexual misconduct in women’s prisons
- Lack of educational or vocational programs
- Healthcare for incarcerated women, particularly related to pregnancy or mental health
- The challenges women face upon re-entry into society after release
2. Think: After summarizing the article, critically analyze the issue
- How does this issue highlight why women are often referred to as the “forgotten offenders” in the criminal justice system?
- In what ways are incarcerated women’s experiences different from men’s in similar circumstances?
3. Opinion: Do you think enough is being done to meet the unique needs of women in prison? Why or why not? What improvements would you suggest, based on your understanding of the article and the chapter material?