Today’s prisons often resemble medieval “oubliettes”, in which offenders are locked up to punish them for their actions and to protect society. Research shows this approach can worsen, rather than ...

The design of the new Storstrøm Prison in Gundslev, Denmark echoes the structure and scale of a small provincial community to stimulate the urge and ability to rejoin society after serving a prison ...

Erik and Lyle Menendez lead a prison beautification project inspired by Norway's humane model. Norway’s approach emphasizes rehabilitation and low recidivism. The project aims to transform their ...

ESPANOLA, N.M. — Española Humane has expanded its “Paws in the Pen” program, putting a new group of four dogs behind bars in New Mexico. The Penitentiary of New Mexico’s level three security facility ...

Florida Senate Bill 106 aims to set clear standards for the treatment of incarcerated individuals. The bill proposes requirements for air conditioning, adequate meal times, and access to hygiene ...