Women don’t fail the justice system—the justice system fails women. The Feral State HEAL OUT program exists to change that by addressing the trauma, caretaking burdens, and systemic inequities that shape women’s lives long before incarceration and long after release. By filling the most dangerous gap in the prison pipeline through Gender-responsive reform, HEAL OUT transforms trauma and hardship into resilience, long-term stability & support that reduces recidivism, builds job readiness, fosters economic empowerment, and prepares women for the workforce of tomorrow. In doing so, the program stabilizes children and families, strengthens communities, and helps break intergenerational cycles of poverty.

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DATA THAT OUTLINES INEQUITY

More than 1.7 million women are released from U.S. prisons and jails every year — a massive population reentering without adequate support. Prison Legal News
Many incarcerated women’s offenses are tied to poverty, substance dependence, or survival strategies, not inherently violent behavior. The Guardian
A large share of women behind bars are awaiting trial rather than convicted — meaning many are detained before due process even occurs. Prison Policy Initiative
Research shows 23% of women incarcerated for homicide in California have cases linked directly to intimate partner violence, highlighting how trauma underlies justice system involvement.
Most incarcerated women are mothers, so their imprisonment directly affects children and family stability. The Sentencing Project
Research shows children with incarcerated parents face higher risks of anxiety, depression, and behavior problems, compounding harm across generations. Brennan Center for Justice
Globally, the female prison population is growing so fast that experts warn it is nearing one million incarcerated women worldwide, with many children left vulnerable. The Guardian
Women in prison have disproportionately high rates of mental health needs, often tied to prior abuse and violence. (UN Bangkok Rules commentary; similar findings across studies) Reddit
Pregnant incarcerated women globally face neglect, shackling during labor, and inadequate prenatal care, with tragic outcomes in some cases. The Guardian