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An Exploration of Employment-Related Personal Projects Undertaken by Women on Probation and Parole

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ID12809697
AuthorsA L Roddy (0000-0001-8784-5433, Michigan State University, corresponding author), Merry Morash (0000-0003-3571-7063, Michigan State University), Kayla M Hoskins (0000-0001-5576-9173, Michigan State University)
Year2020
Volume16
Issue1
Pages3-25
Publication date2020-08-28
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueFeminist Criminology (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1557-0851 • E-ISSN: 1557-086X
PublisherSAGE Publishing (PUBLISHER • US)
DOI10.1177/1557085120951843
OpenAlexW3081908280
LanguageEN
Citations received5
References cited60

This qualitative research investigates the extent to which 401 women under supervision identify employment-related personal projects (i.e., actions taken to achieve abstract goals) as a way to make their lives better. Psychological theory about personal projects and feminist pathways theory guided the analysis. Findings reveal how project meaningfulness, self-efficacy, and social support to carry out the project affect well-being. Structural barriers, disability, and transportation issues were also identified. Findings suggest that many women pursue and benefit from employment-related projects. Correctional agents can assist women by helping them choose meaningful projects and providing information, resources, and social support

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