Women in prison suffer higher rates of sexual victimization and violence by staff assigned to protect them. Mental and physical health often deteriorate while incarcerated. Their most basic hygiene and reproductive needs—including access to tampons or pads—are frequently ignored.
Working with former domestic violence victim and inmate, Elizabeth Mikotowicz, and others in public policy, WAGE is working toward bringing awareness and pushing forward policy changes to curb the wave of violence and bring healing and renewal. We will soon be collaborating with local groups to provide support and services to formerly incarcerated women in hopes of helping them with the transition and reducing recidivism.
Starting in spring 2024, WAGE will be working with formerly incarcerated women to help them transition back into society and heal. Many incarcerated women are domestic violence victims who are never given the opportunity to deal with that trauma, so our mentoring programs are centered around emotional healing and preparedness for financial independence and happiness.
