Survivor Stories

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  • While he was in federal custody for non-violent drug charges, Carlos was sexually assaulted by inmates at two different facilities. As an openly gay man with a history of sexual abuse as a child, Carlos was at high risk for being targeted by predators.

  • Xandan is a transgender man incarcerated in a Texas state prison for women. For years, he has faced transphobic harassment and has been repeatedly physically and sexually abused.

  • Linda’s 17-year old son, Rodney Hulin, killed himself after being continuously raped and abused in Texas prisons.

  • Chris describes the emotional and mental devastation that continues to torment him, a result of being raped shortly after his arrival in prison.

  • Like many new inmates, Roderick was pressured by gang members for sex in exchange for protection. When he refused, one gang orchestrated an attack on him, leading to years of physical and sexual abuse.