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Discover the inspiring journey of Mim Skinner in 'The Prison Teacher,' a captivating book that details her transformative experience teaching art inside prison from 2014-2017. This profound narrative illuminates the intersections of creativity, rehabilitation, and community support. As a dedicated art teacher, Skinner not only imparted artistic skills but also helped empower incarcerated women through the power of creativity. Through her work with the charity Handcrafted, she strives to reconnect women to their communities, providing essential tools for recovery from addiction. This book is an essential resource for those interested in art therapy, prison education, and rehabilitation programs. Skinner is also the co-founder of the acclaimed REFUSE community interest company, making significant strides in preventing food waste and collaborating with local mental health and resettlement services. Highlighted as one of Elle Magazine's '50 Game Changers' in 2019, Mim continues to inspire with her dedication to social change. With 304 pages filled with heartfelt stories and insights, 'The Prison Teacher' is a must-read for advocates of social justice and innovation in education. Order now to explore how art can change lives! Shipping for this item is free, and delivery may take up to 6 weeks. Please note that once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781841883335. Format: B-format paperback. Year: 2021. Publisher: Orion.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781841883335
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2021
Publisher: Orion
Pages: 304
Description:
From 2014-2017, Mim Skinner worked inside prison as an art teacher. She now runs the women's project for the charity Handcrafted, supporting women reconnect to community, housing and recovery from addiction through creativity.
She is also a co-founder and director of multi award-winning community interest company REFUSE, which works to intercept food that would otherwise go to landfill. The REFUSE cafe in Chester-Le-Street also works alongside local mental health services and probation and prison resettlement services. After publishing Jailbirds Mim was named by Elle Magazine as one of 2019's '50 Game Changers'. Mim lives in the north-east of England with her husband, Sam and their cat, Monkey.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781841883335
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2021
Publisher: Orion
Pages: 304
Description:
From 2014-2017, Mim Skinner worked inside prison as an art teacher. She now runs the women's project for the charity Handcrafted, supporting women reconnect to community, housing and recovery from addiction through creativity.
She is also a co-founder and director of multi award-winning community interest company REFUSE, which works to intercept food that would otherwise go to landfill. The REFUSE cafe in Chester-Le-Street also works alongside local mental health services and probation and prison resettlement services. After publishing Jailbirds Mim was named by Elle Magazine as one of 2019's '50 Game Changers'. Mim lives in the north-east of England with her husband, Sam and their cat, Monkey.