Ex-inmate helps Australian women rebuild lives after prison

Tahlia Isaac, a former inmate, is now helping other women transition out of prison and rebuild their lives, addressing the rising female incarceration rate in Australia. She uses her own experiences to guide women through the challenges of reintegration. Isaac's charity, "Project:herSELF," provides one-on-one mentoring and practical support, including resume writing and connecting women with services. This initiative aims to combat the stigma and lack of support that often lead to recidivism. Experts highlight the need for more gender-specific support services and peer-led programs to help women overcome disadvantages like poverty and substance abuse, ultimately fostering safer communities.