Amika Mota
Executive Director and Founding Member of Sister Warriors Freedom Coalition. Formerly incarcerated firefighter who joined an all-women firefighting crew while serving a prison sentence.
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Feb 7, 2025 • 58min
Incarcerated Women Firefighters Spotlighted in “Fire Escape” Podcast
Amika Mota, a former incarcerated firefighter and Executive Director of Sister Warriors Freedom Coalition, shares her gripping journey of redemption through an all-women firefighting crew during her nine-year prison sentence. She discusses the emotional toll and resilience required while battling wildfires, revealing the complexities of using prison labor and its societal implications. The podcast also highlights the barriers faced by these women post-incarceration and advocates for systemic change, emphasizing the transformative power of their unique experiences.
Nov 13, 2024 • 33min
The Crash | 1
Amika Mota, a former midwife and incarcerated firefighter, shares her remarkable journey from nurturing life to facing the grim realities of prison. She vividly recounts the life-changing crash that altered her destiny and her emotional struggles inside one of the largest women's prisons. Amika highlights the duality of being a firefighter while serving time, confronting grief, and seeking redemption. Through her story, she emphasizes resilience and the transformative power of service, even behind bars.
