Mutual Aid
In the Media
Our political work is rooted in community care.
Born out of the experiences and inquiries of the MOK, we have created and compiled educational materials & resources, especially for other mamas with incarcerated children (but useful for anyone!)
Video Resources
MAMAS: The System
In the summer of 2021, Music Moves teaching artists led a series of workshops with our MOK Collective, who shared some of their experiences with the IL legal system.
MAMAS: The System
In the summer of 2021, Music Moves teaching artists led a series of workshops with our MOK Collective, who shared some of their experiences with the IL legal system.
MAMAS’ Community Conversations: Reentry
Coming in time for Mothers’ Day, 2024! In March 2024, the MOK sat down with formerly incarcerated torture survivors to talk about their needs- and their relationships with family- when they came home.
MAMAS’ Community Conversations: Reentry
Coming in time for Mothers’ Day, 2024! In March 2024, the MOK sat down with formerly incarcerated torture survivors to talk about their needs- and their relationships with family- when they came home.
MAMAS’ Community Conversations: What I Wish I’d Known
Coming in late Spring, 2024 The MOK share their wisdom from decades of navigating the IL legal and prison systems. Intended specifically for mamas who are going through a loved one’s incarceration- their loudest words of advice? Know that you are not alone- other mothers are going through this, too!
MAMAS’ Community Conversations: What I Wish I’d Known
Coming in late Spring, 2024 The MOK share their wisdom from decades of navigating the IL legal and prison systems. Intended specifically for mamas who are going through a loved one’s incarceration- their loudest words of advice? Know that you are not alone- other mothers are going through this, too!
MAMAS’ Community Conversations: Clemency
Coming in late Spring, 2024 MAMAS and Illinois Prison Project co-hosted an event to raise awareness and educate the public about clemency petitions and the impact on incarcerated people, their mothers & communities
MAMAS’ Community Conversations: Clemency
Coming in late Spring, 2024 MAMAS and Illinois Prison Project co-hosted an event to raise awareness and educate the public about clemency petitions and the impact on incarcerated people, their mothers & communities
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