Voices behind the walls: female offenders and experiential learning |
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a Massey University, New Zealand |
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Abstract: | This research highlights the learning of female offenders on a 20-day tailor-made experiential adventure education course (Women in Action) delivered by Outward Bound New Zealand. The aims of the course were to increase self-awareness, to develop an understanding of the concept of choice and self responsibility, to improve communication skills and to effectively influence others. Twenty-seven women were interviewed immediately after the course and 14 of these, three months post-course. Most women indicated that their self-confidence had increased and they had become more self-aware. Key factors in facilitating learning opportunities for the women were the instructors and the course environment both physical and social. The holistic course approach provided physical, creative, emotional and reflective opportunities, enabling all the women to develop personally. The challenge of applying their learning on return to prison was highlighted by some participants.
Never did I think that
My life could be changed
In so many ways.
But the challenges I've faced
From being here Lord I Know
That I can make it.
Cos I gotta keep on
Moving on in life
Won't let my spirit fall
Walk on walk on.
Some people tell me
I'd never change.
But now I've seen the light
More clear in every kind of way
I'm alive today
No more worries on my shoulders
I'm gonna make it
Oh yes I am.
Cos I gotta keep on
Moving on in life
Won't let my spirit fall
Walk on walk on.
(Poem by T - Women in Action participant)
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