[Trigger warning: The content below may contain triggering and/or sensitive material about abuse, violence, and death.
The story below might be hard to read, but it’s important. It demonstrates why I’m so passionate about the work we are doing to support domestic violence survivors and how our progress can challenge mass incarceration. Please engage in self-care as you read this email.] |
Your contribution can help someone like Keabreauna.
Keabreauna was attacked by her former partner during the final months of her pregnancy. During the struggle, she killed him to protect herself and her unborn child.
However, she received a life sentence for second-degree murder. She was forced to give birth in prison and spent little time with her infant before they were taken away.
Keabreauna’s experience occurred in Oklahoma, where it has never been more urgent for us to act. The state now ranks #1 in the country for most domestic violence cases per capita. For the last year, we’ve been working with the Oklahoma Survivor Justice Coalition to advocate for enduring criminal legal reforms that will protect, rather than incarcerate, survivors of domestic violence. |
