In this podcast you will find out how I discovered prisoners had access to do a rehabilitation program in completing a cert 2 or cert 3 in hairdressing, learning a new skill to help them support themselves once released.
I worked for six years supporting Rach in two of Queensland’s women's correctional facilities, and it was one of the best things I have done. Giving women in need something positive to focus on and most importantly – the program gave them hope.
When talking to inmates, most of them had experienced child sexual abuse, domestic and family violence or some kind of addiction.
The saddest thing I saw was three generations of women, a grandma, mum and a daughter – in prison at the same time…
Bravehearts Information and Support Line Ph: 1800 272 831
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Alcohol and Drug Foundation Ph: 1300 858 584
Family Drug Support Ph: 1300 368 186
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Host: Melissa Alsemgeest
Guest: Rachael Monaghan
Editor: Robert Alsemgeest
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