Intersectional Lived Experiences of Black Women During Re-Entry

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ID12809682
AuthorsOluwayomi K Paseda (0009-0007-7906-8639, Kennesaw State University, corresponding author), Iye Ogbe (Kennesaw State University)
Year2025
Publication date2025-10-17
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueFeminist Criminology (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1557-0851 • E-ISSN: 1557-086X
PublisherSAGE Publishing (PUBLISHER • US)
DOI10.1177/15570851251391187
OpenAlexW4415306265
LanguageEN
References cited28

This study examines the lived experiences of previously incarcerated Black women in the U.S., highlighting the compounded challenges of race, gender, and criminal justice involvement. Using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) grounded in Intersectionality, the research explores narratives from nine participants. Three key themes emerged: (a) identity-based inequities, (b) housing insecurity, and (c) health-related obstacles. Findings reveal systemic barriers hindering reentry and emphasize the need for equity-centered policies and interventions. This study advocates for holistic approaches that address the unique reentry challenges Black women face, promoting social justice and inclusion in both policy and practice

Black women · Criminal justice · Economic Justice · Inclusion (mineral · Interpretative phenomenological analysis · Intersectionality · Lived experience · Narrative · Gender Roles and Identity Studies · Homelessness and Social Issues · LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy

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