Advocacy
The Demeter Foundation advocates for the humane treatment and support of women with the lived experience of the Wisconsin Women's Correctional System (WWCS) statewide. Our organization does research on the policies and procedures of the Wisconsin Women's Correctional System.
For women re-entering Dane and the immediate surrounding counties and we provide transitional resources regarding health services, employment and education. We advocate for women in Dane County with parole agents and Community Corrections to provide our clients with support and continuity of services. We provide workshops designed to work with self-empowerment, healing and strength. Our services and supports are trauma-informed, person centered and provided in a way that is mindful of the complex needs of women in the criminal justice system. We also provide support to women at all three correctional facilities here in Wisconsin and provide Welcome Home Kits that are mailed statewide.
For women re-entering Dane and the immediate surrounding counties and we provide transitional resources regarding health services, employment and education. We advocate for women in Dane County with parole agents and Community Corrections to provide our clients with support and continuity of services. We provide workshops designed to work with self-empowerment, healing and strength. Our services and supports are trauma-informed, person centered and provided in a way that is mindful of the complex needs of women in the criminal justice system. We also provide support to women at all three correctional facilities here in Wisconsin and provide Welcome Home Kits that are mailed statewide.
Welcome Home Kits
The Demeter Foundation delivers welcome home kits with basic necessities to women exiting the Wisconsin Women's Correctional System.
Apply for a welcome home kit here.
Action Planning for Prevention and Recovery
Incarcerated women preparing for release can request a copy of this SAMHSA publication. The guidelines can assist with developing strategies to use safely along with other health care treatment and help created balance. If you know of a woman that might benefit from this we can mail her a request form. Please send us her contact information.
Peer Specialist Support for mothers of incarcerated
and formerly incarcerated women
Being a mother of a woman involved in the criminal justice system can cause trauma and stress in your daily life. Family members are often forgotten about. Self-care is extremely important. You can call us and speak to a mother with lived experience. Having a Peer to talk with can be a positive and supportive experience.
and formerly incarcerated women
Being a mother of a woman involved in the criminal justice system can cause trauma and stress in your daily life. Family members are often forgotten about. Self-care is extremely important. You can call us and speak to a mother with lived experience. Having a Peer to talk with can be a positive and supportive experience.
For more information we encourage women to
complete a program interest form or contact us directly.
Please note that we do not:
- Provide legal counsel, arbitration, or legal services
- Provide housing, co-sign on leases or rental agreements, negotiate with landlords, or broker roommate/housemate agreements
- Provide cash under any circumstances, co-sign loans, or provide references for obtaining loans or other financial matters
- Provide bail money or arrangements
- Provide transportation unless it is pre-arranged and approved
