7. Restorative Justice and Releasing Responsibility with Kyra Jones

Johanna and Erica snack on some fruit while speaking with survivor Kyra Jones who shares her experience participating in a restorative justice process with Malcolm London, the man who r*ped her. Kyra takes us through her contrasting experiences following reporting sexual assault -- one in the carceral system and one a restorative justice process --and how she's practicing releasing responsibility. [Content Warning]: This is a podcast where survivors share stories of sexual assault, sexual violence, and r*pe. In this episode, Kyra's story includes instances of r*pe as well as mentions of harm done to additional survivors. The story is told between the 14 minute and 36 minute mark but is referred back to throughout the episode. This episode was recorded in July of 2020. Kyra requested an update to address recent events regarding Malcolm London, which you will hear at the end of the episode.  Survivor Kyra Jones is a Black queer multidisciplinary filmmaker, sex educator, and survivor advocate. Find her on IG @kyra.a.jones and Twitter @blkassfeminist Follow us @grayareastories and visit www.grayareastories.com Hosted by Johanna Middleton and Erica M. Hart Edited by Erica M. Hart Additional editing by Maya Bingham Theme Song by Nailah Hunter Show logo by Brianna Guerra