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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 …
What Happens in Prison Doesn’t Stay There
How Georgia’s Prison Conditions Impact Us All Introduction Most people believe what happens in prisons has little to do with their everyday lives. After all, the common perception is that prisons are meant to punish those who break the law—out of sight, out of mind. But this couldn’t be further from the truth. What happens …
Prisoners Innovating Their Own Rehabilitation
When you think of rehabilitation in prisons, the first thought might be government-provided programs designed to help incarcerated individuals turn their lives around. But in Georgia and beyond, the reality is often far from this ideal. With systemic issues such as limited resources, inadequate access to education, and severe restrictions on technology, prisoners are left …
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 …
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 …
Statement on Use of Inmate Security Officers
Official Statement from Georgia Prisoners’ Speak on the Use of Incarcerated Individuals for Staff Security Functions in Georgia Prisons Recent testimonies from various state prisons in Georgia, including Dooly State Prison, Smith State Prison, and Valdosta State Prison, have exposed a troubling practice where correctional officers recruit and utilize incarcerated individuals to perform staff security …