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Beyond Illiteracy and Poverty: Theorizing the Rise in Black Women’s Incarceration

Authors

• • Mary V. Alfred
  • Texas A&M University
• • Dominique T. Chlup
  • Texas A&M University

Abstract

This paper explores the impact of poverty and low literacy on the increase in Black women’s incarceration. Using critical race theory as a guiding framework, we present the argument that neoliberal policies of welfare reform and crime control laws are primary reasons for the increase. We emphasize gender-responsive strategies in planning programs for low-income, low-literate, and incarcerated women.

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How to Cite: Alfred, M. V. & Chlup, D. T. (2010) “Beyond Illiteracy and Poverty: Theorizing the Rise in Black Women’s Incarceration”, Adult Education Research Conference. 1(2010).