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• What is the primary reason women are imprisoned?

  For minor incidents, not violent crimes
• Why do women return to their previous situations after imprisonment?

  Due to short sentences and lack of rehabilitation
• What are common issues women face after imprisonment?

  Homelessness and substance abuse
• Why do women re-offend after prison?

  Due to untreated underlying trauma
• What is a significant background experience for most women in prison?

  Experiencing domestic abuse
• What did Scarlett Roberts say about prison conditions?

  Prisoners were locked up for 23 hours a day
• What does April Smith propose for women imprisoned for minor crimes?

  Alternative punishment schemes focusing on mental health
• What is April Smith's view on women serving short sentences?

  They waste space in prisons needed for violent offenders
• What does Lucy Russel believe about punishment for women?

  It should fit the gender-specific context
• How does Lucy Russel view the criminalization of domestic abuse victims?


  They are punished without receiving help
• What are the key issues surrounding women's imprisonment?

  • Most imprisoned for minor crimes
  • Short sentences lead to no rehabilitation
  • High rates of domestic abuse among inmates
  • Re-offending due to untreated trauma
  • Lack of access to education in prison
• What are the proposed alternatives to imprisonment for women?

  • Alternative punishment schemes
  • Focus on women's mental health
  • Address causes of offending and re-offending
  • Avoid wasting prison space for minor offenders