Our Values

We examine carceral harm and associated policies through a Black Feminist lens. We analyze and collectively use our voices, essays/op-eds/poetry and act to highlight those policies that affect the currently/formerly incarcerated. Individuals. We partner with outside activists and find solutions to create safer and more accessible communities in New York State.

  • Engage in the framework of Black Feminist politics of care.

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  • Center voices of queer/trans and Black + Brown folks.

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  • Challenge ideas, not people

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  • Be mindful of how our actions affect the community.

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  • Cultivate generative conversation.

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  • Present issues with solutions.

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  • Respect peoples’ pronoun and gender autonomy.

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  • Evaluate systemic myths / controlling narratives.

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  • Reimagine carceral logic.

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  • Bring whole selves into the work.

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  • Practice self-care through community care.

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  • Respect and be mindful of members and their confidentiality.

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