On October 31, 2001, 60 members of the Chicago Coalition for the Homeless conducted in-depth, one-on-one surveys with 235 of the 1,117 women detained that day in Cook County Jail.
These surveys were designed and conducted to gain an understanding of women's lives that may dictate and support policy initiatives and further direct service providers in assisting those in need. This study was conducted to document the lives of women detained in Cook County Jail and promote understanding of their many experiences. It reveals a great deal about the lives, current circumstances, and future hopes of 235 women detained that day.
Unlocking Options for Women: A Survey of Women in Cook County Jail
Contributing Organization(s): Chicago Coalition for the Homeless
Author(s)/Creator(s): Samir Goswami; Anice Schervish
Publishing Date: 2002-04-01
Issue Areas: Crime and Safety; Housing and Homelessness; Women
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