Literacy and Empowerment in Pre-carcerated, Incarcerated, and Reentry Settings

Session Submission Type: Alternative Format Session

Abstract

This alternative symposium addresses literacy in pre-carcerated, incarcerated, and reentry settings as a form of transformation, empowerment and social justice. The four papers examine different ways of conceptualizing and understanding literacy practices with pre-carcerated, incarcerated or formerly incarcerated people and considers implications for teacher education, public policy, funding, and community outreach efforts. Following the research presentations, participants will discuss themes across the studies and discuss how issues within the research surface in their own work.

Content Area

• Area 7: Social, Cultural, and Political Issues of Literacy Practices In and Out of School

Presenters

• Angela M. Wiseman, NCSU

• Jill Castek, University of Arizona

• Gloria E. Jacobs, Portland State University

• George Boggs, Florida State University

• Taylor Sauban, Florida State University

Individual Presentations

• Literacy and Empowerment in Pre-carcerated, Incarcerated, and Reentry Settings - Kristine Pytash, Kent State University; Angela M. Wiseman, NCSU; Jill Castek, University of Arizona; Gloria E. Jacobs, Portland State University; George Boggs, Florida State University; Taylor Sauban, Florida State University