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Jeanne Flavin is an Adjunct Professor of Sociology at Fordham University's Lincoln Center campus, specializing in criminal justice, reproductive justice, and feminist criminology. She holds a B.A. from the University of Kansas, and M.A. and Ph.D. from American University (1995). Her work bridges academic research with activism, particularly through her role on the board of National Advocates for Pregnant Women.
Flavin's research focuses on the intersection of law, gender, and reproduction, highlighted by her award-winning book Our Bodies, Our Crimes: The Policing of Women's Reproduction in America (2009). Her articles examine the criminalization of pregnant women, incarcerated mothers' family ties, and systemic disparities in sentencing for Black drug offenders. She has received prestigious awards, including a 2009 Fulbright grant and the 2013 Feminist Activism Award.
- Education:
- B.A., University of Kansas
- M.A. and Ph.D., American University (1995)
- Key Projects:
- Research on pregnancy criminalization and reproductive justice
- Advocacy for incarcerated mothers and parolee reintegration
Flavin teaches courses on gender and justice, mass incarceration, and ethical issues in criminal justice. Her work emphasizes policy reform and challenges systemic inequalities faced by marginalized groups.
