Losing My Partner Left Me In A Hole - Rhia Canady

Losing My Partner Left Me In A Hole - Rhia Canady

From Life After Prison by Prison Radio Association

March 26, 2026 · 51 min

About this episode

Rhia Canady shares her journey of overcoming adversity after losing her partner and her involvement in the justice system.

This week we’re joined by Rhia a mother, a widow, and a woman who has transformed deep adversity into a driving force for change. In the aftermath of her partners death, her life took a turn, and she would soon become involved in drug activities, resulting in a 2-year prison sentence. Having personally experienced the justice system from both sides, she now dedicates her time to helping women rise beyond trauma and rebuild their lives through her organisation Fly Girl Foundation.  This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube.  Organisations: Fly Girl Foundation  - Empower women and girls affected by trauma and the criminal justice system. Creating safe spaces, mentoring and creative programmes to support healing, confidence and positive life change  Daddyless Daughters -  Support girls and young women who have been affected by family breakdown, abuse and adversity across London between the age of 14 - 30 years old.  The Triangle Trust  - Fund small and medium-sized organisations working within the criminal justice system. Focusing particularly on projects that support…

People in this episode

Guest: Rhia Canady

Topics covered

  • adversity
  • women empowerment
  • criminal justice
  • rehabilitation
  • trauma
  • personal transformation

Keywords

  • prison
  • trauma
  • women
  • rehabilitation
  • Fly Girl Foundation
  • drug activities
  • personal story

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Fly Girl Foundation, Daddyless Daughters, The Triangle Trust, Working Chance, The Shannon Trust

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