If you think the fees Western Union charges to send money on the outside are predatory, try sending money to someone in prison. Better yet, try taking money out of prison. From money deposits to release cards, corporations have introduced a myriad of new financial services to bleed incarcerated people and their loved ones dry of their limited resources. Many of these corporations have recently been swallowed up by the rapidly expanding prison telecom industry. Learn about what’s changing in financial services and for a robust discussion with those who aren’t standing for it.

Assignment

• Read Textbook Chapter 8: Financial Services (pgs. 59 - 65)

• Answer Discussion Guide questions in Chapter 8: Financial Services (pg. 8)

• Watch the Punishment + Profit webinar on Financial Services

• Watch and share this week’s 5 Quick Facts video on social media