As part of the Health Sciences Social Justice Film Series, we will be exploring issues around equity, belonging and inclusion for people who are currently or formerly incarcerated: https://collaborate.uw.edu/student-portal/common-book/
We are excited to center our discussions on these topics around the documentary, The Prison Within: https://theprisonwithin.org
Granting viewers access to the interior lives of prisoners and survivors of violent crime, *The Prison Within *is a moving and inspiring exploration of the healing and transformation possible when people are accountable, forgiven, and empowered to give to society with dignity and compassion.
We encourage you to rent/purchase the film on your preferred platform and view on your own time prior to the events described below. The film can be rented on YouTube, Google Play Movies & TV, Vudu or Apple TV.
We’ve created two opportunities for you to engage with the content brought up in the film!
April 15th, 6:30-7:30pm PST: An interactive Q&A panel with the film’s cast and creators.
April 23rd, 1-3pm PST: A panel and workshop led by formerly incarcerated individuals from What’s Next Washington put together specifically for healthcare professionals and students around combating bias and stigma: https://www.whatsnextwashington.org
These events are free, but we do ask that you register! Both will take place on Zoom, the link will be provided prior to the event.
*Please register for both events & submit your questions for the panelists
here: https://catalyst.uw.edu/webq/survey/nncook/402829
Reach out to Nina Cook (nncook@uw.edu) with any questions/concerns.
