Isolated Voices:

A Journey Through Solitary Confinement - A First-Person Account of Incarceration Hardships

Part one

Discusses the speaker's experiences during incarceration, particularly focused on their time in solitary confinement. The speaker discusses being placed in solitary confinement for various reasons, including medical issues and reclassification. They describe the harsh conditions of solitary confinement, including cramped spaces, limited access to showers, extreme temperatures, and lack of medical care and mental health services. Despite not being in solitary for disciplinary reasons, the speaker emphasizes the negative impact it had on them. They also mention struggling with anxiety even after their release, which they attribute to their time in solitary confinement. The speaker concludes by stating that nobody should have to go through such a traumatic experience. The content revolves around the speaker's first-person account of the challenges and hardships they faced during their incarceration, particularly in solitary confinement. 

Part two

Discusses issues related to the treatment of women and pregnant individuals during and after incarceration. They highlight the lack of oversight and the continued occurrence of solitary confinement and isolation for these individuals. The cost implications of this system are discussed, as it intersects with both the criminal legal system and the foster care system. Children with incarcerated parents are more likely to end up in foster care. The speaker emphasizes the negative impact of postpartum separation and the lack of mental health support for these mothers. The organization provides advocacy, and emotional support, and helps maintain connections with families through mail and phone calls. They address challenges such as expensive phone calls and limited communication. The importance of maintaining connections with families and the struggles faced by incarcerated individuals in accessing healthcare are also mentioned.