The Queer World of Prison

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The Queer World of Prison is written by Scott Thomas and published by Policy Press. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 1529253535 (ISBN 10) and 9781529253535 (ISBN 13).

What is life really like for LGBTQIA+ people behind bars? This book offers the most up-to-date global research on the experiences of LGBTQIA+ individuals in prison, cutting through layers of secrecy and stigma to reveal the harsh realities of incarceration. Drawing on evidence from the UK, US, Brazil and beyond, it highlights how protective segregation, institutionalised homophobia and identity-based violence compound trauma and social harm. Through a compelling conversational narrative, the authors explore institutionalised homophobia and offer evidence-based recommendations for policy makers. This essential resource challenges punitive prison norms and advocates for trauma-informed, inclusive approaches to justice and rehabilitation worldwide.