Last week, our co-founder, @yukarikane.bsky.social, joined Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site, Inc for a discussion titled Justice 101: Freedom Behind Bars. You can catch the full discussion here ⤵️

This story, written by me and produced by @prisoncast.bsky.social, tell a story of bureaucratic barriers, arbitrary rules, and one man’s refusal to give up on earning his education. Done in partnership with @wbez.org www.wbez.org/criminal-jus...

Tune in on Father's Day: A version of this essay will air on WBEZ’s “Prisoncast!,” a statewide radio show for people incarcerated in Illinois and their families. Listen from 2-4 p.m. this Sunday on 91.5 FM or online at WBEZ.org @prisoncast.bsky.social www.wbez.org/criminal-jus...

What sounds do people in prison miss hearing most from the outside world? Check out the Prisoncast! holiday special airing on @wbez.org Sunday at 2 to hear some. It’s radio for incarcerated Illinoisans and their loved ones. Learn more at WBEZ.org/prisoncast.

Johnson appoints director of reentry to lead office to help people leaving prison - https://www.wbez.org/city-hall/2024/12/05/joseph-mapp-director-reentry-incarcerated-people

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…and we’re excited to partner with @opencampus.bsky.social to bring quality journalism to people incarcerated in IL! Just sent 400+ copies inside today!