Homelessness, Incarceration, & Families
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Dr. Mark S. Markuly, PhD., has been Dean and Professor of the School of Theology and Ministry at Seattle University since 2007. Dr. Markuly has specialized in interdisciplinary areas of study, particularly cognitive science and religion, the interface between educational psychology, sociology and anthropology with theology and religion, and the application of religious insight to other professional fields, such as criminal justice, specifically in the area of restorative justice. Dr. Markuly has a bachelor degree in journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Journalism, a master degree in systematic theology from Aquinas Institute of Theology, and a Ph.D. in education from St. Louis University, with an emphasis in learning theory and instructional strategies.. He has published articles and chapters in books in the areas of business and theology, religious education, and religion and culture, and has served as a writer and producer for a documentary on racism, Enduring Faith, which was published by Harcourt Publishing. |
Links for You to Consider
- Return to Nowhere: The Revolving Door Between Incarceration and Homelessness Links to an external site.
- Prison Policy Initiative Links to an external site.
- National Alliance to End Homelessness: Parents and kids talk about being homeless Links to an external site.
Centering Wisdom |
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Reflection: How is a family's financial situation impacted when a close family member is incarcerated? In the children’s responses, what are they telling us about the impact of housing insecurity? Did you know that half of all children experiencing homelessness are under five years of age? How does this alter your awareness of being without shelter? |
Activity: From the introductory video, place in your own words the ways in which homelessness and incarceration are a ‘revolving door.’ |