Tamicka MonsonMar 41 minEmpowering Women: Building a Culture of Support and Sisterhood in Honor of Women's History MonthIt’s women’s history month! One of the ways in which we commit gender-based violence is by perpetuating negative beliefs about women, as...
Tamicka MonsonSep 27, 20234 minFinding Hope in the Silence: Navigating Conversations with Kids of Incarcerated Loved OnesIn order to understand how to talk with children of incarcerated parents, one must recognize their stages of development. We will look at...
Tamicka MonsonSep 19, 20233 minShedding Shame: Incarceration and Its Effects on Women and GirlsWhere Daddy Lives tells the story of a boy who visits his father with his little sister and mother. The book intentionally focuses on the...
Tamicka MonsonSep 9, 20232 minAre Children of Incarcerated Parents Society's Throwaways?Recently, I was sitting in a business meeting with a group that helps formerly incarcerated people and at-risk youth. The director...
Tamicka MonsonAug 22, 20231 minThe Story Behind the Book: Inspiring Hope for FamiliesImagine you are a six-year-old child. Your parent, who was present in your life, suddenly disappears. You ask your family members where...