Press Releases

Press Releases

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...

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...
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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...
Overturned balance scale with cash and prisoners' cage representing justice and corruption in Georgia prisons.

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

The Corrupt Business of Justice in Georgia - 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...
Prison inmates in a jail cell with a cafeteria-style meal of rice, vegetables, and chicken.

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...
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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...

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...

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...

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...

Lethal Negligence: The Hidden Death Toll in Georgia’s Prisons

The Georgia prison system is not just negligent—it is complicit in covering up murders. With protective custody failures, gang-controlled facilities, and blatant falsification of documents, the state has perfected the art of avoiding accountability...