PUBLIC MEETING

WOMEN IN PRISON –

A CALL FOR ACTION

"The nature of women's custody in many of our prisons needs to be radically re-thought."   The government's report by Baroness Jean Corston provides a blueprint for creating a system to meet the needs of women offenders and their families, and to reduce re-offending. Published a year ago, the report's recommendations were accepted by the government but have not been funded or implemented.

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The Corston Report found that:

o    nearly two-thirds of women in prison have a drug problem

o    the majority have experienced domestic violence or sexual abuse

o    at least 70% have mental health problems

o    18,000 children are separated from their mothers by imprisonment

Come and hear Jean Corston present her recommendations for a 'radical new approach', and how we can help put these into action.

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Where?   Bristol Council House (Room 15), College Green, BS1 5TR

When?    Friday 27 June 2008

 

6.30 pm   Refreshments

7.00 pm   Talk followed by question and answer session

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This event is promoted by Bristol Justice Network, Bristol Women's Forum and the Fawcett Society (Bristol Group)

Click here to download a poster: please print and distribute