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The Importance Of Assisting FSW
Profile Of The Female Offender
Research Studies Of Female Offenders
I. Lives and Futures (date unknown)
II. Creative Alternatives to Recidivism (1987)
III. The Release Study (1991)
Principles Of Successful Programming For FSW
1. Empowerment
2. Meaningful and Responsible Choices
3. Respect and Dignity
4. Supportive Environment
5. Shared Responsibility
Criteria For Effective Programming For FSW
1. Women-Centred Principles
2. Principles of Women's Education
3. Diversity
4. Analytical Approach
5. Program Structure
6. Program Success
Canadian Association of Elizabeth Fry Societies
Coverdale Centre: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Grant House: Toronto, Ontario
Council on Prostitution Alternatives: Portland, Oregon
The Program for Female Offenders: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Genesis II for Women, Inc.: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Community Connection Resource Centre: San Diego, California
Womencare, Inc.: New York, New York
The points of view expressed in this paper are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinions and policies of the Correctional Service of Canada.