Introducing Prison Network

Prison Network is a not-for-profit organisation that has been supporting women in and beyond prison for nearly 80 years. Its vision is to create dignity, hope and purpose for women as they navigate pathways beyond the justice system.

The organisation works both inside prison and in the community, providing programs that build connection, strengthen family relationships, and support women as they transition back into everyday life. This includes in-prison programs, post-release support, and assistance with housing, employment, and community reintegration.

Prison Network takes a relational, trauma-informed approach, recognising the complex challenges many women face, and works alongside them to support long-term positive change for themselves and their families

Pattie Phillips is part of Prison Network, working in community and stakeholder engagement.

She works across partnerships, events, and initiatives that help connect the broader community to the organisation’s work. She also supports conversations that raise awareness of the challenges women face in and beyond prison, and the importance of strong, connected support systems.

Pattie will be speaking about the work of Prison Network, the impact of that work, and why supporting women through and beyond the justice system is critical to building stronger communities.

M.C.: Min Bell

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