My Academic Side
Cathy Ames Turner, PhD
Alumna, School of Leadership Studies
Institute for Social Innovation Fellow
Fielding Graduate University
Alumna, School of Leadership Studies
Institute for Social Innovation Fellow
Fielding Graduate University
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Contributing author in
Transformational Coaching: An Evidence-Based Guide Released November 2024 Available on Amazon In this book, I co-authored a chapter introducing Talk-story and dramatic expression as creative ways to guide clients into deeper discovery, healing, and growth. Drawing from my passion for storytelling and healing, I help show how these practices open new doors in the coaching journey. |
My Dissertation
"The Lion Speaks": A Qualitative Study of Formerly Incarcerated African American Men's Experiences of Family and Community Reintegration, May 2023
Abstract: This qualitative study explores the life stories of six formerly incarcerated African American men and their experiences with family and community reintegration in the United States. Critical race theory is employed as the theoretical foundation to support this study in its pursuit to gain a deep under-standing of the lived experiences of the participants. Using semi-structured in-depth interviews and focus groups in this narrative study, four key themes emerge as essential components of successful reintegration: (a) the importance of one’s mindset, (b) family support is crucially important, (c) faith is a source of grounding and empowerment, and (d) pre-release and post-release education are essential for success, but not always accessible. The implications of this study are a call to action for integrated approaches across the carceral state and faith communities to support formerly incarcerated African American men and their families and their communities as they journey together towards successful reintegration.
Keywords: Black/African American, Charlottesville, critical race theory (CRT), incarceration, reintegration, relational reintegration
"The Lion Speaks": A Qualitative Study of Formerly Incarcerated African American Men's Experiences of Family and Community Reintegration, May 2023
Abstract: This qualitative study explores the life stories of six formerly incarcerated African American men and their experiences with family and community reintegration in the United States. Critical race theory is employed as the theoretical foundation to support this study in its pursuit to gain a deep under-standing of the lived experiences of the participants. Using semi-structured in-depth interviews and focus groups in this narrative study, four key themes emerge as essential components of successful reintegration: (a) the importance of one’s mindset, (b) family support is crucially important, (c) faith is a source of grounding and empowerment, and (d) pre-release and post-release education are essential for success, but not always accessible. The implications of this study are a call to action for integrated approaches across the carceral state and faith communities to support formerly incarcerated African American men and their families and their communities as they journey together towards successful reintegration.
Keywords: Black/African American, Charlottesville, critical race theory (CRT), incarceration, reintegration, relational reintegration
You Lookin' At It
In June, 2022, we produced a staged reading of a play based on my dissertation. I am working on making this into a play. I'll keep you posted! The postcard below is from the staged reading.
In June, 2022, we produced a staged reading of a play based on my dissertation. I am working on making this into a play. I'll keep you posted! The postcard below is from the staged reading.
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