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“The high rates of health issues mentioned in carceral settings are a health equity issue likely resulting, at least in part, from the low accessibility of fresh produce and poor…

ByIsabel Slingerland

ByRobert Fullilove 0Comments

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May 2022

Government Justice Opinion

Opinion: How States Can Help Incarcerated Mothers Stay Connected to Their Kids

“We must demand systemic changes to ensure that incarcerated mothers have the opportunity to be part of their kids’ lives. Not just during Mother’s Day, but all year round.”

ByIrina Fanarraga 0Comments

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Apr 2022

Government Justice

Manhattan DA Launches Application Process to Root Out Wrongful Convictions

Those convicted of a crime prosecuted by the Manhattan District Attorney can apply to have their closed case reviewed by the new Post-Conviction Justice Unit (PCJU), what reform-minded DA Alvin…

ByJeanmarie Evelly 0Comments

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Apr 2022

Government Justice Opinion

Opinion: Defendants Living with Mental Illness Need Treatment, Not Jail

“More than half of Rikers inmates are affected by mental illness and almost 17 percent have a serious mental health diagnosis. Yet throughout New York State, there are 30 mental…

ByMatt Kudish

ByMargaret Byrne

ByAlexa James 1Comment

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Oct 2021

Government Justice Opinion

Opinion: I’m Writing This From Rikers Island. I Hope You Get the Help I Didn’t

‘I’m telling my story in the hope that fewer people like me, struggling with drug use and mental health issues, end up in here. I am writing to ask the…

ByJiovani Sanchez 2Comments

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Feb 2021

Health Immigration Justice News

COVID-19 Vaccination Begins in Hudson County Jail, But Half of ICE Detainees Refused

Half of the detainees refused to receive the vaccine, with some complaining that they were not given any information about the shot they were offered.

ByDaniel Parra 0Comments

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Jan 2021

Justice News

City Officials Push State to Greenlight Vaccinations for New Yorkers in Jails

So far, New York State has allowed the city to administer the vaccine only to the highest-risk patients behind bars, only about 100 people as of last week, according to…

ByNicole Javorsky 0Comments

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Jan 2021

Justice

People on Parole Deserve Automatic Right to Vote: Advocates

A Cuomo executive order created a mechanism for people of parole to regain their right to vote, but advocates say it is unwieldy and impermanent.

ByJarrett Murphy 0Comments

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Dec 2020

Government Justice News

When Will New York Vaccinate People in Prisons and Jails?

While the governor’s draft vaccination plan includes those in congregate settings in its second phase for vaccines, it doesn’t specifically refer to people in jails and prisons. That lack of…

ByNicole Javorsky 0Comments

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Dec 2020

Health Justice News

Climbing Jail Population and Second COVID Wave Renews Push to Release NYers Behind Bars

The number of people in New York City jails has increased in recent months, reversing progress made earlier in the pandemic to reduce the jail population—and heightening advocates’ concerns about…

ByNicole Javorsky 2Comments

Opinion: Bringing Fresh Produce to New York’s Correctional Facilities

Opinion: How States Can Help Incarcerated Mothers Stay Connected to Their Kids

Manhattan DA Launches Application Process to Root Out Wrongful Convictions

Opinion: Defendants Living with Mental Illness Need Treatment, Not Jail

Opinion: I’m Writing This From Rikers Island. I Hope You Get the Help I Didn’t

COVID-19 Vaccination Begins in Hudson County Jail, But Half of ICE Detainees Refused

City Officials Push State to Greenlight Vaccinations for New Yorkers in Jails

People on Parole Deserve Automatic Right to Vote: Advocates

When Will New York Vaccinate People in Prisons and Jails?

Climbing Jail Population and Second COVID Wave Renews Push to Release NYers Behind Bars

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