John,

Dignity isn’t a privilege, it's a right. Nowhere is that right disregarded and violated more than in prison. And so, as we kick off 2023, we are getting back to work partnering with Empathy Network Leader Tonie Willis to create much needed change in Pennsylvania.

We must change the inhumane, unequal, and unjust policies around how incarcerated women and incarcerated pregnant women in Pennsylvania are treated. Dignity for Incarcerated Women does that. Here is what the Dignity for Incarcerated Women Bill does:

• Ensure that incarcerated women in PA are no longer subject to invasive strip searches or harmful interactions with male corrections personnel.
• Allow incarcerated parents to maintain their family relationships by allowing children under the age of 18 to see their parents at least two times a week.
• Change the way pregnant women are treated while incarcerated, limiting the use of restraints and restrictive housing throughout the entirety of the pregnancy including before, during, and after labor. 
• Ensure that pregnant women are given proper food and dietary supplements, and allow for a newborn baby to remain with their mother for up to 72 hours post delivery.
• Provide a sufficient supply of feminine hygiene products at no extra cost to the women who require and request these items.

John we need you in this fight for justice. Click the button below to sign up to volunteer to help bring this change to Pennsylvania. In the upcoming weeks, we will be sending you updates with vital information on how you can take action to support this legislation with details on additional opportunities to add your voice and energy to this movement.

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We are very excited to continue this work with our incredible Empathy Network Leader Tonie Willis and all the supporters and volunteers to make real change happen in Pennsylvania this year. We couldn’t be happier than to have you with us as we make this change a reality! 

Thank you for your continued support in the new year and working with us to bring positive change to Pennsylvania!

In Solidarity,
Dream.Org