Captive Genders

In "Captive Genders," editors Eric A. Stanley and Nat Smith compile voices from current and former prisoners, activists, and academics to explore the intersection of race, gender, ability, and sexuality within the context of the prison industrial complex. This collection advocates for a politics of gender self-determination, linking trans/queer liberation to prison abolition. Highlighting various struggles—from police violence to access to healthcare—this expanded second edition features a foreword by CeCe McDonald and contributions from notable figures like Chelsea Manning. Together, the essays challenge listeners to engage with and support the ongoing fight for justice and liberation.