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What the Prison-Abolition Movement Wants

Imagine a world without jails and prisons.

The Fight to Secure Labor Rights for Exploited Prisoners

“It’s time for incarcerated workers to be treated like workers."

Orange Is the New Black Has Powerful ICE Detention Stories This Season

“I hope the audience sees we all have a part in this.”

These Student Journalists Exposed Their High School’s Use of Prison Labor

An overheard conversation spawned this massive journalistic scoop.

Free Chelsea Manning

A woman with an iron will is not easily swayed.

I'm Speaking Up for Ciham Ali Ahmed, the 15-Year-Old Who Disappeared in an Eritrean Prison

No longer can the American public and government stand by.

The Controversy, Secrecy and Deception Surrounding Lethal Injection Drugs

Botched procedures have left many in prolonged agony while dying.

A Prison Guard Is Being Rehired After a Scandal Involving a Teen's Suicide Attempt

The guard will also receive $29,000 in back pay.

South Carolina Is Facing Evacuation Orders. Why Won't This Prison Evacuate Its Inmates?

Critics say that's at odds with a pledge to save every South Carolinian.

A Syrian Refugee Is in Prison After Saving a Boat of Fellow Refugees

"Hero swimmer" Sarah Mardini has denied the charges against her.

How Prison Labor Exploits Incarcerated People

In the first installment of her new column, No Class, Kim Kelly explains how prisoners on strike are pushing back.

Incarcerated People Around the Country Just Went on Strike

The nationwide prisoners' strike runs from August 21 to September 9.

This 16-Year-Old Spent More Than 40 Days in an Adult Prison

Rosalyn "Bird" Holmes has not been indicted on any charges, but couldn't make bail on her own.

This Initiative Is Reimagining Prison for Young People

And three places are already implementing changes.

New York's Governor Rescinded the Ban on Personalized Care Packages for Inmates

Care packages are no longer limited to expensive, pre-approved products.

Incarcerated People in Florida Are Protesting "Deplorable" Prison Conditions

Operation PUSH will start on Martin Luther King Day.

Some UK Women in Police Custody Are Reportedly Denied Pads and Tampons

Some are left without underwear or menstrual products, bleeding in paper suits.

This Video Series Shows How Everyone Is Impacted By the Justice System

From those incarcerated to those enforcing incarceration.

Music Can Make a Difference For Youth Behind Bars

"Youth incarceration isn’t one size fits all."

My Father Went to Prison for Trying to Kill Someone

"I was seven years old. I heard a loud bang."