Why are pregnant women in prison
Dr Rona Epstein presents her research and campaigning work
Key Information:
- Date and time
- Thu 04 May 2023
16:00 - 17:30 - Location
- Room 1B19, B Block, Glenside Campus, Further info
- Contact
- Anna Melamed anna.melamed@uwe.ac.uk
- Cost
- Free
- Attendance
- Booking required
Description
Rona will talk about her research into ‘Why are pregnant women in Prison’ conducted last year, as well as her work into the rights of the child and sentencing mothers to prison.
There will be time for discussion and questions. Welcome to all!
Registration and tickets
- Cost: Free
- Attendance: Booking required
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