Evidence-informed analysis, human stories, and policy solutions for safer prisons, stronger communities, and a more just Alabama.
When we treat our prisons as mere warehouses, we sacrifice public safety. Discover why structured, accountable facilities are essential for keeping Alabama communities safe.
Most people in Alabama prisons are coming home. Equipping them with real skills isn't soft on crime—it's the smartest way to lower costs and protect our communities.
When individuals leave Alabama prisons, they shouldn't just be handed a bus ticket. True public safety requires policies that mandate accountability, education, and earned reintegration.
Sending a person to prison shouldn't mean giving up on who they can become. When we prioritize strict accountability over idle warehousing, we rebuild families and make Alabama safer.
When individuals leave Alabama prisons, they shouldn't just be handed a bus ticket. True public safety requires policies that mandate accountability, education, and earned reintegration.
People are released from Alabama's prisons every day. But is our state safer for it? Warehousing inmates without accountability or preparation is a recipe for recidivism and a threat to our communities.
Alabama spends over $500 million annually on its prison system — with poor outcomes and ongoing federal oversight. The ALPRP makes a fiscally conservative, data-driven case for comprehensive reform that legislators across the political spectrum can support.
Taxpayers spend hundreds of millions on Alabama's prisons, yet the system operates in the dark. By embracing modern technology and transparent data, we can build a safer, more accountable system.
We track everything in our modern world, yet Alabama's prisons operate in a data blackout. This isn't just inefficient; it's dangerous and costly. It's time for an upgrade.
Alabama's prisons are often a black box, costing taxpayers billions while failing to keep anyone safe. Simple, proven technologies can bring much-needed light and accountability.
Take action. Your voice matters. Contact your Alabama state legislators, download fact sheets, and share this journal with your community.
Sending a person to prison shouldn't mean giving up on who they can become. When we prioritize strict accountability over idle warehousing, we rebuild families and make Alabama safer.
When we just warehouse people, we rob them of the chance to make things right. True accountability requires the hard work of restoration, making Alabama safer for everyone.
Restorative justice programs bring together victims, offenders, and communities to address the harm of crime in ways that the traditional criminal justice system cannot. Evidence shows these approaches improve victim satisfaction, reduce reoffending, and build community resilience.
Taxpayers spend hundreds of millions on Alabama's prisons, yet the system operates in the dark. By embracing modern technology and transparent data, we can build a safer, more accountable system.
We track everything in our modern world, yet Alabama's prisons operate in a data blackout. This isn't just inefficient; it's dangerous and costly. It's time for an upgrade.
Alabama's prisons are often a black box, costing taxpayers billions while failing to keep anyone safe. Simple, proven technologies can bring much-needed light and accountability.
Alabama's prisons are among the most dangerous in the nation. The Alabama Prison Reform Proposal offers evidence-based solutions — from education and rehabilitation to accountability and technology — that can save lives and save money.