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This is a summary of reporting published by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on August 26, 2024. It was not written by Georgia Prisoners’ Speak. GPS tracks coverage of Georgia’s prison system so the record stays in one place. The full article is on The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s own site.
As someone who has dedicated my life’s work to advocating for justice and fairness toward all human beings, I think Georgia is at a crucial tipping point for prioritizing the well-being of both those who live and work in our prisons.
Georgia’s prisons and carceral system are facing crisis-level challenges, from understaffing to overpopulation, crumbling infrastructure to underfunded mental health care. This is a multifaceted problem that extends beyond prison walls, and it will take a multifaceted approach and cooperation between many entities to solve.
Read the full article at The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Read the original →https://www.ajc.com/opinion/opinion-an-emphasis-on-rehabilitation-is-key-to-successful-prison-reform/SZ4D55HXVNGULF6GBDCKKSSGBQ/