How Third-Party Investigations Improve Prison Oversight
Independent investigations highlight critical issues in Georgia’s prisons, pushing for transparency, accountability, and urgent reforms.
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FAQs on Independent Prison Investigations in Georgia
Independent investigations in Georgia’s prisons unveil systemic issues, calling for accountability and reforms to protect human rights.
Establish moratoriums on costly jail and prison construction
Halting prison construction can save billions and address systemic issues like overcrowding and racial disparities, focusing on rehabilitation instead.
Reduce spending on the criminal legal system and increase investment in communities
Georgia’s $1.5 billion prison budget overshadows community needs, calling for a shift toward effective, community-based solutions to reduce crime.
Ultimate Guide to Community-Led Prison Reform Events
Explore how community-led events can drive meaningful prison reform and amplify the voices of those impacted by the justice system.
The Crisis of Deception and Mismanagement in Georgia’s Prison System
The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) is at the center of a growing scandal, marked by deception, systemic failures, and inhumane conditions. Investigations by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC) and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) have laid bare an institution that has repeatedly misled lawmakers, courts, and the public while allowing violence and neglect to …
Georgia department of corrections food budget for prisoners.
Georgia’s prison food budget remains critically low despite overall budget increases, leaving inmates underfed and reliant on costly commissary items.
How food in prison effects inmates health, mental health and violence.
Explore how inadequate prison nutrition impacts inmates’ physical and mental health, escalating violence and endangering public safety.
Decarceration: The Key to Solving Georgia’s Prison Staffing Crisis and Healthcare Burden
Georgia’s prison system is at a critical crossroads. With an aging inmate population driving up healthcare costs, severe understaffing exacerbating poor conditions, and escalating violence, a comprehensive solution is needed. The evidence is clear: reducing Georgia’s prison population, particularly among older, low-risk individuals, offers a practical and humane answer to these challenges. Georgia’s Aging Prison …
Georgia Prisons: Transparency vs. Secrecy
Introduction: The Need for Transparency in Georgia Prisons Georgia’s prison system is grappling with serious issues, including violence, staffing shortages, and human rights violations. These problems came into sharp focus following the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) investigation on October 1, 2024, which highlighted the pressing need for greater openness. Key Findings from the DOJ Investigation …