Farah’s story, featured in The Mirror UK, highlights her battle with cancer while facing horrific conditions in prison, including being chained to her hospital bed. Her struggle for humane treatment is gaining attention. A key step forward is the involvement of her lawyer, Mark McDonald, who has made her case a priority and is fighting for…
When Susan Pease Bannit transitioned away from her established psychotherapy practice, she brought to light the intricate layers of psychological trauma. Her narrative is more than just a personal tale; it serves as an essential beacon for anyone entangled in the grips of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), dissociative disorders and the haunting shadows of ritual…
Although she may not realize it, on the day she is born every little girl receives a gift, bought, wrapped and neatly wrapped in a small pink box. This gift is her personal identity, and inside it is the sum of all her dreams, all she will become, and all she will learn to be.
The dark realities of the prison system often go unexplored, leaving many unaware of inhumane practices such as solitary confinement and the weaponization of race. Episode 45 of our podcast features Lisa Guenther, a renowned academic who shares her profound insights into these issues. Her experiences and research offer a perspective that challenges conventional views…
Climate change is not just an environmental issue but a psychological one. In this podcast episode, we had the opportunity to discuss eco-anxiety, a burgeoning concern that's quietly seeping into our society. Eco-anxiety stems from a constant fear and anticipation about the future of our planet. It's a silent epidemic that we, as a society,…
Balochistan is abundant in coal, gas and minerals, yet its population ranks at the bottom of the Human Development Index. Agriculture and animal husbandry are the main occupations. The devastating floods in Pakistan in 2022 is a stark reminder of the unevenness of the effects of climate change, with those with the least carbon footprint…
Protest movements are not new to Iran, and Iranian women’s resilience has often been at the center of these events. In the latest podcast episode, Women Life Freedom’s editor-in-chief Malu Halasa takes a deep dive into the roots of the protests and the remarkable bravery of women in Iran. Halasa’s insights help us navigate the…
The View Collective
The View Collective consists of women whose lives have been affected by the criminal justice system. We have published a set of limited edition fine art giclée prints, created by Redcliffe Fine Arts in Bristol. Each one is signed and numbered, in limited editions of 5 Their art depicts how…
Laura Bates, a feminist writer and advocate, reveals the institutionalised discrimination that lies at the core of five of the nation's most prominent institutions. Through the power of personal stories and incontrovertible evidence, she uncovers the systemic injustice of sexual exploitation which serves as a powerful call to action for change. This book delves deep…
Mental health can affect anyone at any time.Today is PTSD day, and we want to raise awareness of how PTSD is under-reported in women in the justice system and how, by being part of the justice system it can actually harm women and cause their symptoms to deteriorate. PTSD stands for post traumatic stress disorder…