Georgia Prisoners’ Speak

Who’s the Real Criminal? How Georgia Steals money

The Georgia Department of Corrections isn’t just locking people up—it’s shaking them down for every penny. Through a no-bid contract with Stewart’s Distribution, commissary prices have been artificially inflated, forcing inmates and their families to pay double, sometimes triple, the real cost of basic necessities like ramen noodles and coffee. Meanwhile, millions of dollars in inmate funds vanish into a black hole, with no public audits, no oversight, and wardens openly admitting that these funds pay for prison staff perks. Who’s the real criminal here?

Read the full story to uncover how Georgia’s prison system is stealing from the very people it claims to rehabilitate.

Decarceration as a Solution to Georgia’s Prison Crisis

Georgia’s prisons are overcrowded, violent, and costly—but the solution could be simpler than you think.

Thousands of elderly and long-term inmates remain behind bars, despite overwhelming evidence they pose little risk. Could releasing these prisoners save taxpayer money, improve safety, and humanize a broken system? Explore how decarceration has successfully transformed other states and countries—and why Georgia should follow their lead.

Education Behind Bars: Success Stories and Opportunities for Georgia Prisoners

Education Behind Bars shares powerful success stories of formerly incarcerated individuals who transformed their lives through prison education, highlighting real-world examples from GED achievements to advanced college degrees earned behind bars. The article explores educational opportunities currently available in Georgia prisons—including Ashland University’s degree program, Georgia State University courses, vocational training, and correspondence programs—and offers practical guidance on how incarcerated learners can enroll. Discover how education creates lasting change, reduces recidivism, and provides prisoners and their families with hope for a brighter, more stable future.

Georgia Prisons’ ACA Compliance vs. Inhumane Reality

Georgia prisons claim to meet ACA standards for humane treatment, yet investigations reveal a shocking reality: overcrowded cells, dangerously inadequate meals, and filthy conditions that defy basic human rights. Behind the official accreditation lies a disturbing pattern of neglect and abuse, exposing a system that’s ACA-compliant in name only.

The First Thing We Do, Let’s Kill All The Lawyers

The Corrupt Business of Justice in Georgia
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For centuries, people have distrusted lawyers—but in Georgia, that distrust is well-earned. Criminal defense attorneys demand massive upfront payments with no refunds. Judges and district attorneys—often former defense lawyers themselves—profit from the same system they claim to regulate. State lawmakers, many of them attorneys, write laws that fuel mass incarceration while quietly benefiting from the industry it creates.

Is Georgia’s legal system a system of justice, or a business designed to keep itself in power? With sky-high incarceration rates, private probation companies raking in millions, and public defenders drowning in impossible caseloads, one thing is clear: the system isn’t broken—it’s working exactly as those in power intended.

How did we get here? Can Georgia’s criminal justice system even be fixed? Or are we doomed to a future where mass incarceration is just another profit stream for the legal elite? Read the full investigation to find out.

Nutrition Neglect: How Georgia’s Prison Food Is Fueling Violence

Could something as basic as food be the hidden trigger behind prison riots and unrest?

In Georgia prisons, hunger isn’t just about discomfort—it’s fueling a crisis. Malnutrition and barely-edible meals at $1.80 a day are not just depriving incarcerated people of nutrition; they’re driving desperation, mental health breakdowns, and escalating violence behind bars.

In this investigative piece, we reveal the shocking truth about the state of food in Georgia’s correctional facilities and how it directly impacts safety, mental health, and rehabilitation—AND Violence!!

Ignoring the Trap: How Indifference Fuels Georgia’s Prison Crisis

When a mouse fears a mousetrap, its plea for help goes ignored by those who think the danger isn’t theirs. Yet, tragedy reveals a profound truth: injustice and neglect, even behind prison walls, ripple outward, affecting us all. This powerful parable reveals why empathy for those incarcerated isn’t just humane—it’s essential.

A Tale of Two Prisons: What Georgia Can Learn from Norway

Georgia’s prisons breed fear and violence, trapping inmates in cycles of despair. Norway, however, offers humane conditions and genuine rehabilitation—proving that dignity, compassion, and investment in prisoners lead to safer communities and drastically lower recidivism. Georgia has a chance to choose a better path.

Reporting Prisoner Safety Concerns in Georgia

If your loved one is in danger, time is of the essence. The first step is contacting prison officials—starting with the Warden and the GDC Ombudsman’s Office at (478) 992-5358 or [email protected] to document concerns and demand intervention. If immediate protection isn’t granted, escalate to GDC’s Facilities Division Director at (404) 656-2809, requesting an emergency transfer. Meanwhile, the inmate should file grievances and protective custody requests inside the facility to create a formal record.

Thank You for Using Impact Justice AI—Together, We’re Making a Difference

Since November 1, when Impact Justice AI officially launched, the response has been overwhelmingly powerful. In just a few short months, 808 users have utilized the system to send 12,510 emails to Georgia legislators, government officials, and media outlets—demanding transparency, accountability, and justice for those affected by Georgia’s broken prison system. Delivering Your Voices Directly to Lawmakers To increase the impact of our movement, The GDC …