The Prison Birth Project is an organization focused on reproductive justice, working to provide support, education and advocacy to woman and girls at the intersection of the criminal justice system and motherhood.

Narratives

I only have my sister for support. My mom left me when I was 16 with my lil' sister to raise. I did a good job cuz she finished school and know she has 3 of her own kids and she takes care of my...

It's out there
far beyond the setting sun
farther yet than I have come
High above the tallest peak
for me. Yes only me to seek.
I want to be content.
where...

I don’t know why life takes the turns that it does, I don’t know what my purpose is and what lesson I’m supposed to be learning. I don’t know what my future holds but I do know that I want to be...

-85% of women in prison are mothers.

-For every $1 spent on higher education in MA .95 is spent in the Department of Corrections.

Upcoming Events

02/07/2010 - 7:00pm

DON'T MISS THIS GREAT SHOW! Valley V-Day presents a community production of Eve Ensler's play, The Vagina Monologues. Following last year's sold-out production at P.A.C.E., we are proud to hold...

02/06/2010 - 7:00pm

DON'T MISS THIS GREAT SHOW! Valley V-Day presents a community production of Eve Ensler's play, The Vagina Monologues. Following last year's sold-out production at P.A.C.E., we are proud to hold...

02/05/2010 - 12:30pm

Want to learn more about The Prison Birth Project's programs, mission and vision? Interested in knowing how you can get involved and support the work? Then come to the next Q&A session!

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