Black & Incarcerated in New JerseyBlack & Incarcerated in New Jersey
Urban "Mental Health" Tools For Change By Dr. Lisa LaCon
To be Black and living in New Jersey. Find out in the Urban Suite with Dr. Lisa LaCon some causes of disparity as well as solutions to this major problem affecting the urban community.
57:39•8 Dec 2021
Black Incarceration in New Jersey: Tackling Disparities with Dr. Lisa LaCon
“So this is a news report from the sentencing project...We're number one in the prison population. I get it, but then I just don't get it, like, oh my god, who is out to assault us.”
Imagine facing a justice system that feels stacked against you because of your skin color. In this eye-opening episode of 'Urban Tools for Change', Dr. Lisa LaCon dives into the harsh realities of black incarceration in New Jersey. Drawing from a report by the Sentencing Project, she paints a vivid picture of the staggering disparities in the prison population. But Dr. LaCon doesn't stop at just presenting the problem.
She goes further, unpacking the systemic issues, discriminatory practices, and biased policies that fuel this injustice. Her discussion is not just informative but also deeply empathetic, highlighting the human toll of incarceration on individuals and their families. Dr. LaCon's insights are both powerful and practical, offering potential solutions aimed at fostering systemic change and promoting mental health within the urban community.
If you're looking to understand the roots of these disparities and explore ways to create positive change, this episode is a must-listen.
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