114. An interview with Jane Ryan

Send us Fan MailJane Ryan, a dedicated human rights lawyer, discusses the failures and biases embedded in our prisons—especially for pregnant women and women of colour. This episode reveals the grim realities hidden behind closed doors—and the urgent need for systemic change.Jane discusses the importance of listening to women’s voices, sharing powerful stories on how systemic neglect and outdated protocols put lives at risk, often ignoring the specific needs of women and marginalized communities. Exploring how negligence perpetuates harm, and although, initiatives are starting to making a difference— much more needs to be done. Whether you’re passionate about human rights, mental health, or criminal justice reform, this episode will deepen your understanding of how systemic failure affects society’s most vulnerable—and how collective action can turn heartbreaking stories into catalysts for change.Episode disclaimer - Jane Ryan is a human rights solicitor and partner at Bhatt Murphy solicitors. Any views expressed are personal only and not those of Bhatt Murphy.Produced by Louisa Nabi Support the showFor more unmissable content from The View sign up here