C. Dreams - What We Accept for Others, We Must Accept for Ourselves - Season 4 Episode 5

Amplified Voices

On this episode of Amplified Voices, Amber and Jason speak with C, a woman who has lived through the unimaginable - losing her mother at a young age, getting thrust into the foster system, and grappling with overdiagnosis and overmedication, displacement, and disconnection. We learn about her journey, from her challenging upbringing to her involvement in the sex trade and her initial encounters with the criminal legal system as a young, transgender woman.

C talks about the labels society imposes, and the struggles of being over-stigmatized within an oppressive system. We listen to C's experiences in a men's prison facility, the threats she faced, as well as her fight for proper healthcare. Strikingly, C shares about obtaining academic success amidst this turbulence- reminding us of the strength of the human spirit, and the power of belief and investment.

Finally, we dive into the world of policy sentencing, its implications on individuals like C, and the immense courage it takes to stand against the system. This episode is more than a story; it's a call to thought, a plea for understanding, and a catalyst for change.

She has written for Filter Magazine, Shadowproof, the Appeal, Yes! Magazine and maintains an active presence on Twitter.

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Chapters

1. Amplified Voices (00:00:00)

2. Trauma, Criminalization, and Lack of Support (00:12:09)

3. Systems' Impact on Individuals' Lives (00:21:45)

4. Transgender Challenges in Prison (00:28:51)

5. Policy Sentencing and Overcoming Obstacles (00:36:55)

6. Mentoring and Healthcare Challenges in Prison (00:45:10)

7. Human Rights and Incarceration (00:51:19)