On January 24, 2024, NPEP Justice Fellow Heather Canuel hosted a panel event at Northwestern University’s Pritzker School of Law titled, “Expecting Justice: Pregnancy in Prisons.” Watch the panel in the link below.
In the realm of criminal justice reform, certain narratives often go unnoticed, and stories untold. One such narrative is the complex and challenging experience of pregnancy in prisons.
To bring this issue to light, NPEP and Justice Fellow Heather Canuel hosted “Expecting Justice: Pregnancy In Prison,” a panel event that covered the broader discourse on incarcerated women’s rights and maternal health in the correctional system.
The panel featured activists, legal experts, and individuals who have navigated pregnancy while incarcerated. Their stories, enriched by personal experiences and professional insights, delve into the often harsh realities experienced by expecting mothers in prisons. Panelists discussed the physical, intelligence, emotional, and social challenges — what Canuel refers to as the “PIES” framework — the legal implications, and the systemic changes necessary to support pregnant incarcerated women better.
We invite you to watch this crucial conversation in the link below.