What Stigma Do You Have To Deal With When You Have a Loved One In Jail?
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In this episode, Zak and Jules hear from listeners about the judgement they have faced because they have a family member in prison.   They also talk about how long they would wait before telling a potential partner they have been to jail, and the shame and judgement attached to having a sentence. Later, Zak and Jules spend some time discussing ways to deal with the judgement that comes from co-workers, strangers and even friends when you are supporting someone in jail.    This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube.   Useful organisations:  Families Outside https://www.familiesoutside.org.uk/  Sussex Prisoners Families – https://www.sussexprisonersfamilies.org.uk/  Partners of Prisoners https://www.partnersofprisoners.co.uk/  PACT https://www.prisonadvice.org.uk/  Prisoners Families Helpline 0808 808 2003  National Prison Radio Family and Friends Request Show https://prison.radio/national-prison-radio/#songrequest    Contact us:    If anything you’ve heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you’d just like to get in touch, please contact us.  💬 DM us: @afterprisonpod on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok  📧 Email us: [email protected]  ✉️ Write to us: Life After Prison, National Prison Radio, HMP Brixton, London SW2 5XF  🖥️ Website: https://lifeafterprisonpod.com/ 
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