Dr. Bahiyyah Muhammad: Champion for Incarcerated Families

Dr. Bahiyyah Muhammad, an associate professor at Howard University, has dedicated her career to addressing the challenges faced by families affected by incarceration. With a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice from Rutgers University, Dr. Muhammad's work focuses on the lived experiences of children whose parents are incarcerated. She has conducted extensive ethnographic research and taught courses in various prisons, aiming to shed light on the resilience and potential of incarcerated individuals and their families as they ate often overlooked.

Research Shows Children of Incarcerated Parents Can Be Highly Successful

Contrary to the common narrative that children of incarcerated parents are destined for negative outcomes, Dr. Muhammad's research reveals a different story. Her studies highlight the resilience and success of these children, many of whom go on to achieve advanced degrees and hold leadership positions. Dr. Muhammad's latest book, "Social Revolution: Black Children of Incarcerated Parents Speak Truth to Power," showcases stories of individuals who have defied societal expectations. This groundbreaking research emphasizes the importance of asset-based inquiry and challenges the deficit-based perspective that has long dominated this field.

The Body Politic: A Candid Discussion on Gun Violence

Dr. Muhammad led a powerful panel discussion following the screening of "The Body Politic."

The panel featured Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott, Erricka Bridgeford of the Baltimore Peace Movement, and Jennifer Porter, Director of DC's Office of Victims Services and Justice Grants.

The discussion delved into themes from the film, focusing on community activism and holistic approaches to violence reduction.

To learn more about these important topics, watch the full discussion below!