California Coalition for Women Prisoners

The California Coalition for Women Prisoners (CCWP) is an advocacy group dedicated to improving conditions for women in California's prisons and jails. Founded in the late 1990s, it focuses on issues such as health care, safety, and the rights of incarcerated women, many of whom face unique challenges related to gender, trauma, and systemic inequality. CCWP conducts outreach, provides support for those affected by the prison system, and promotes policy changes to create a more just and humane correctional environment. Its efforts aim to empower women, raise awareness about their struggles, and advocate for their rights and dignity.