We sat with Reginald Dwayne Betts and listened as he shared his own story of incarceration and his ongoing process of becoming a writer and poet. Prison Poetry Workshop has asked poets from across the country to record a special workshop for our listeners. Feel free to play this series for incarcerated, or formerly incarcerated youth and adults and ask them to write their own poetry in response and send them to us. Responses may be posted on the Prison Poetry Workshop website and shared with our listening audience. 

Workshop with Dwayne Betts

Powerful words about the impact of incarceration on a Houston family and a plea to, "stop making our prisons and justice system a corporation."  Moving words about the impact of incarceration on a Houston family. Help support Texas Families at the Texas Family For Justice November 7th rally.

Do you have a story to share about the impact of incarceration on your family or community? Share your story and let the voices of those affected by the criminal justice system be heard by calling 1-877-410-4863 or uploading a video here! 

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Working Narratives is a southern arts and social justice organization. We believe that social movements thrive and win when they draw on participants’ personal experiences and local cultures. By telling stories—whether in the form of performance, radio, video, or other media—movements build power, envision new democratic possibilities, and change culture and policy. Our work is located at the intersection of arts, technology, and policy.

Workshop with Dwayne Betts

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