advocacy – Page 6 – Missouri Prison Reform

July 28, 2023 | admin | 1 Comment

Inequitable Treatment Across Facilities

Missouri Prison Reform received the following messages from two different residents in two different Missouri prison. Some edits were made for clarity. I understand they are unpaid slots but what…[...]

July 26, 2023 | admin | Leave a Comment

A Piece Of Paper Holds More Than Words

Missouri Prison Reform received the following message from a resident of a Missouri prison. Some people incarcerated treasure physical mail as it is more personal, and in the event of…[...]

July 25, 2023 | admin | Leave a Comment

A Revolving Door to a Cramped Corridor: A Cycle to Explore

As an organization dedicated to advocating for reform in Missouri's prison system, Missouri Prison Reform is persistently confronted with various issues impacting the justice system. Among these concerns, prison overcrowding…[...]

July 19, 2023 | admin | Leave a Comment

Follow The Money

Missouri Prison Reform received the following message from a resident of a Missouri prison. Some edits were made for clarity. Names were redacted by Missouri Prison Reform. Things have not…[...]

July 18, 2023 | admin | 1 Comment

The Sun Has Set On Government Transparency

In any society, one fundamental principle should guide the operations of government: transparency. This idea of an open government, where the public has access to records and information, is maintained…[...]

July 14, 2023 | admin | Leave a Comment

Success Outside Begins With Change Inside

The need to lower certain requirements for vocational trainings is crucial as more and more people incarcerated are being released due to some new laws going into effect. Vocational trainings…[...]

July 12, 2023 | admin | Leave a Comment

The Aftermath Of The Mail Ban: Emails Censored No Matter What They Contain

Missouri Prison Reform received the following message from a resident of a Missouri prison. In regards to the mail ... My grandfather passed recently. My brother went to the funeral…[...]

July 7, 2023 | admin | Leave a Comment

A Miscarriage Of Justice

Missouri Prison Reform received the following message from a resident of a Missouri prison. Some edits were made for clarity. Names were redacted by Missouri Prison Reform. I truly believe…[...]

July 3, 2023 | admin | 1 Comment

Unlivable Wages

This post is concerning costs of canteen products versus the amount of pay available to people incarcerated in the Missouri DOC, specifically regarding JCCC. It covers equivalent costs if you…[...]

June 30, 2023 | admin | Leave a Comment

Injustices Within the Very System Created to Prevent Them

Some edits were made for clarity. Names and places were redacted by Missouri Prison Reform. My name is Toby Gregory. On May 25 2023 I sent a message on my…[...]