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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls

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We are 501(c)(3) nonprofit research & advocacy org supporting incarcerated survivors of gender violence. www.phillyjusticeproject.org

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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Rest in power, Gloria Steinem: "I think we need to get much angrier..."
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
PA prison society has relaunched bus trips from Philly to SCI Muncy. Info: www.prisonsociety.org/services/tra...
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Transportation Services for Reuniting Loved Ones
Discover how our transportation program reunites families. Sign up for updates on future services and new locations as we strive to expand.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
Many thanks to the Corrections section of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences for selecting us for the corrections and reentry advocacy award!!! We are so grateful for this honor and for your support.
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Jill McCorkel @jillmccorkel.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
I'm doing a research chat tomorrow (11 Mar) @maynoothlaw.bsky.social on prelim findings from my research on prosecutorial discretion and women's long term incarceration. All are welcome.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
We hope all the survivors who were subject to John Williams’ inappropriate conduct take some solace in his removal from PA Board of Pardons.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 20/12/2025
With Rights and Resources Uncertain, They’re Seeking Sterilization www.nytimes.com/2025/12/17/w...
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With Rights and Resources Uncertain, They’re Seeking Sterilization
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The Guardian @theguardian.com · 27/11/2025
Experts warn of ‘global crisis’ as number of women in prison nears one million
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Experts warn of ‘global crisis’ as number of women in prison nears one million
Number of women incarcerated around the world rising at nearly three times the rate of men, with female prisoners often subjected to sexual violence and forced labour
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
We placed @jillmccorkel.bsky.social award right next to our stack of prison mail 😉 Thanks so much to Philly's Mural Arts Program and Suave Gonzalez for all their incredible work.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
Brb reviewing Epstein emails...
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a person is holding a piece of paper in front of a pile of papers .
ALT: a person is holding a piece of paper in front of a pile of papers .
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
Cleaning Woman Killed Through Door After Arriving at Wrong Home, Police Say www.nytimes.com/2025/11/06/u...
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Cleaning Woman Killed Through Door After Arriving at Wrong Home, Police Say
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
Philly common pleas judge DiClaudio suspended without pay. www.inquirer.com/news/philade...
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Philadelphia Judge Scott DiClaudio is suspended without pay amid accusations that he sought to influence a case
Another judge accused DiClaudio of intimating that he should give a defendant a favorable sentence.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
Ex-Illinois Deputy Convicted in Fatal Shooting of Woman Who Had Called 911 www.nytimes.com/2025/10/29/u...
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Ex-Illinois Deputy Convicted in Fatal Shooting of Woman Who Had Called 911
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
The @counciloncj.org released Oct report outlining recommendations for improving women's outcomes in the criminal legal system. Full report available here: reports.counciloncj.org/wjc-report/
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Welcome - WJC Report
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
F.C.C. Changes Course on the Price of Prisoners’ Phone Calls www.nytimes.com/2025/10/28/u...
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F.C.C. Changes Course on the Price of Prisoners’ Phone Calls
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Jill McCorkel @jillmccorkel.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
Kada Scott's death was preventable. The city's hearings into what went wrong must engage survivors, research experts, and advocates alongside officials to develop and implement effective policy/practice solutions. www.inquirer.com/politics/phi...
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Killing of Kada Scott prompts hearing on Philly’s handling of domestic violence cases | City Council roundup
“As the city of Philadelphia, I think we failed the young lady, right?” Council President Kenyatta Johnson said.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
Devastating. www.inquirer.com/crime/kada-s...
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Philadelphia police find body believed to be that of missing woman Kada Scott. ‘No one is happy this is the ending.’
Scott was last seen at her workplace two weeks ago. Police arrested Keon King, 21, who they say was the last person in contact with her before she went missing.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
Where is Kada Scott? www.inquirer.com/crime/kada-s...
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Philadelphia police arrest man suspected of kidnapping Kada Scott, 23-year-old who disappeared 11 days ago
Keon King, 21, was the last person in contact with Kada Scott the night she disappeared, police said.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
We are thrilled to announce that our director is among the group of wonderful honorees for the 2025 Mural Arts Restorative Justice Awards including @celestetrusty.bsky.social Eddie Ramirez & Felix Rosado. Please raise a glass with us in celebration Oct 16 from 6 - 9!!
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
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Philadelphia’s only rape crisis center is pausing services indefinitely amid state budget impasse. It’s a ‘colossal loss.’
The Pennsylvania state budget impasse is causing layoffs and disrupting crucial and free services at the Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
October 2nd is Wrongful Conviction Day. Women are less than 10% of exonerees. Why? Women face additional hurdles to overturn a wrongful conviction. These include: lack of financial & legal resources, women's cases less likely to involve DNA, women's prisons located further from population centers...
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
Federal Bureau of Prisons Ends Union Protections for Workers www.nytimes.com/2025/09/26/u...
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Federal Bureau of Prisons Ends Union Protections for Workers
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Incarcerated women receive far fewer visits than incarcerated men. This is terrible for a variety of reasons. We're pleased to share that @paprisonsociety is providing affordable rides to SCI Muncy starting in October. Purchase tickets on their website: www.prisonsociety.org/services/transportation
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Transportation Services for Reuniting Loved Ones
Discover how our transportation program reunites families. Sign up for updates on future services and new locations as we strive to expand.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 13/09/2025
If you're able, please send some encouraging words to Kim Joynes. She's an incarcerated survivor of sexual abuse and gender violence that began in childhood. Yesterday she was turned down for commutation of her LWOP sentence by PA Board of Pardons. She's served over 45 years in prison.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
We are heartbroken by the Board of Pardons decision to reject Kim Joynes application for commutation. Kim has been incarcerated for 45+ years & has the support of the PA DOC, as well as a robust network of friends & family ready to support her reentry.
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Jill McCorkel @jillmccorkel.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
PA Board of Pardons public hearings on commutation begins at noon (approx). Kim Joynes's application will be heard later in the afternoon. You can watch live here: pacast.com/live/bophear...
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PAcast
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
We have spent years working with Kim and her family. She has proven time and time again to be an excellent & deserving candidate for commutation of sentence. #TeamJoynes
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 05/09/2025
A dog began his sentence at Eastern State Penitentiary on this week in Philly history www.inquirer.com/history/pep-...
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A dog began his sentence at Eastern State Penitentiary on this week in Philly history
Pep the black Labrador retriever was accused of killing a cat, and then-Pennsylvania Gov. Gifford Pinchot sentenced him to prison.
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Jill McCorkel @jillmccorkel.bsky.social · 02/09/2025
Just over a week before the PA Board of Pardons will consider Kim Joynes petition for commutation. She has served 4+ decades of LWOP for a murder committed by a man who was released in the 1990s. I'll be speaking on her behalf. You can tune in live next Friday to listen & support.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 31/08/2025
Doctor Who Raped and Videotaped Patients Is Sentenced to 24 Years www.nytimes.com/2025/08/28/n...
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Doctor Who Raped and Videotaped Patients Is Sentenced to 24 Years
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The Marshall Project @themarshallproject.org · 14/08/2025
About 70% of women struggling with addiction have children, and the lack of child care is one of the top reasons women cite for not seeking help. Yet, when it comes to treating their substance use, mothers face limited options.
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Drug Overdoses Are Skyrocketing Among Mothers. Why Is Rehab Unavailable?
In her new book, ‘Rehab: An American Scandal,’ Shoshana Walter explores how the giant substance treatment industry keeps failing many people desperate for help.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 06/08/2025
5 Philadelphia police officers were fired for allegedly assaulting or threatening women. The @inquirer.com reports on their subsequent reinstatement.
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Five Philadelphia cops were fired for allegedly assaulting or threatening women. They’ve all been reinstated.
Two arbitrators appointed by the Fraternal Order of Police overruled the five terminations of Philly cops. A citizens oversight group said the outcomes are "concerning."
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
A tragic reminder that the suicide rate for incarcerated women is among the highest of any demographic. www.inquirer.com/news/prison-...
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A 45-year-old woman evidently hanged herself in her cell, the second death this year in the city’s troubled jails system
The woman's body was discovered in her cell Thursday morning.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
Happy birthday Kim Joynes! We're hoping for the gift of a #secondchance from the Board of Pardons in Sept. Kim has been incarcerated 4+ decades for being present at a murder. The murderer was released from prison in the 90s. She has earned the opportunity to be home with her loved ones and family.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
Kim Joynes has spent over 4 decades in prison for a murder committed by a man she feared. He was released years ago. She has more than earned a second chance. Today she moved one step closer to getting it. Pardons Board granted her a public hearing for her application for sentence commutation.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
A wonderful outcome in today's PA Board of Parole merit review hearings: Kim Joynes has been granted a public hearing for commutation! We've been working with Kim & her family for over 5 years and can confidently say that Kim has more than earned a second chance.
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Jill McCorkel @jillmccorkel.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
Some truly GREAT news: Kim Joynes has been approved by the PA Board of Parole for a public commutation hearing. We've been working for this for 5+ years now. #secondchances
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
Kim Joynes has served 4+ decades of LWOP. She was present during an altercation btwn 2 men in which 1 man bludgeoned another to death. That guy was freed decades ago. We believe Kim more than deserves a commutation of sentence. We hope PA Board of Pardons agrees during tomorrow's merit review.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
Been sayin'.... www.nytimes.com/2025/06/13/h...
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Prison Reform Left Women Behind. Then Prosecutors Stepped In.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
Can victims of a botched raid sue the the federal gov't for damage to home & occupants? Unanimous SCOTUS decision in Martin v. US, Gorsuch writing for majority supreme.justia.com/cases/federa...
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Martin v. United States, 605 U.S. ___ (2025)
Martin v. United States
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Jill McCorkel @jillmccorkel.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
In 2017 I was living in Dublin when Tina Satchwell was reported missing. Last week her husband was convicted of her murder. In today's @irishtimes.com I detail red flags & how gender bias can impede police investigations into missing & murdered women #criminology www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025...
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Dr Jill McCorkel: How was Tina Satchwell left in a makeshift grave under her own stairs for over 6 years?
Her disappearance raised many red flags. Did an argument precede the disappearance? Was there history of violence in the relationship? Was her partner the last person to see her alive? Check, check an...
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
Washington State police denied request to issue Amber Alert for 3 missing sisters ages 5, 8, and 9. They were later found dead, police suspect they were asphyxiated by their father, Travis Decker www.nytimes.com/2025/06/03/u...
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Police Hunt for Father Who They Say Killed 3 Daughters in Washington State
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
We need to retire the "she came onto me" defense in sexual assault and rape cases involving minors. She was under 13 years of age. Stephen Jones is her grandfather. www.inquirer.com/crime/stephe...
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Philly ward leader convicted of sexually assaulting his granddaughter is sentenced to about a month in jail
Stephen Jones will spend around a month in jail and two decades on house arrest. “I hope the devil comes to you,” the victim's mother said in court Thursday.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
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She wanted to break up with her boyfriend. He killed her as she tried to run away, Montgomery County prosecutors say.
Alyssa Wiest was a microbiologist who was "full of life," her family said. Investigators say she was killed by a man she had been dating for nine months.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 17/05/2025
New Jersey Couple Imprisoned Girl for 7 Years and Kept Her in Dog Cage, Police Say www.nytimes.com/2025/05/16/n...
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Couple Imprisoned Girl for 7 Years and Kept Her in Dog Cage, Police Say
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
We've just learned that Celeste Coles, a lifer at SCI Muncy, has been moved to hospice care. Coles, like so many of the women we work with, was present during a fatal shooting. She was not the shooter.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
Former CA prison guard, Gregory Rodriguez, found guilty of 64 counts of abusing prisoners incarcerated at California Women's Prison in Chowchilla. Abuse is documented beginning 2014 through 2022. He faces 75 years in prison at his upcoming sentencing hearing. www.prisonlegalnews.org/news/2025/ma...
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Former California Guard Convicted On 64 Counts of Sexually Abusing Prisoners | Prison Legal News
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 11/05/2025
For all the mamas who are locked up pretrial simply bc they cant afford bail: Fiona Apple’s “Pretrial” youtube.com/watch?v=ki1n...
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Fiona Apple - Pretrial (Let Her Go Home) (Official Music Video)
YouTube video by fionaappleVEVO
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Center for Justice Innovation @innovatingjustice.bsky.social · 08/05/2025
Fiona Apple has just released a new song dedicated to jailed mothers who can’t afford cash bail, drawing on the singer's experience observing thousands of bail hearings in Maryland. Watch the music video and find out more about how pretrial detention affects mothers and families: lethergohome.org
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Let Her Go Home
Fiona apple observed thousands of court hearings as a court watcher. She saw so many people get caged away simply because they could not afford the bail. Pretrial. Presumed innocent.
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
We got a big win for a survivor today!!!
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Philadelphia Justice Project for Women and Girls @phillyjustice.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
No survivor should walk alone. We are all out tomorrow (4/25) to support Destiny Johnson at sentencing. Please join us! Court begins 9 am sharp (room 1102, cjc, 13/Filbert).
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