The Issues: Prison Reform and Criminal Justice

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At CUNTS-PAC, we believe that every individual deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their involvement in the criminal justice system. Unfortunately, many LGBTQIA+ individuals face significant challenges and barriers within the prison system, including violence, harassment, and inadequate access to healthcare and other essential services. We are committed to advocating for the rights and needs of LGBTQIA+ individuals who are incarcerated or involved in the criminal justice system.

The Challenges Faced by LGBTQIA+ Individuals in the Prison System

LGBTQIA+ individuals in the prison system face numerous challenges, including:

  • Violence and harassment from other inmates and correctional officers
  • Inadequate access to healthcare and other essential services
  • Higher rates of solitary confinement and other forms of isolation
  • Lack of access to programs and services that address their specific needs

Our Vision for Prison Reform and Criminal Justice

We envision a world where every LGBTQIA+ individual in the prison system is treated with dignity and respect, and has access to the resources and support they need to thrive. To achieve this, we advocate for:

  • Reform of the prison system to address the unique needs of LGBTQIA+ individuals
  • Increased access to healthcare and other essential services for LGBTQIA+ individuals in the prison system
  • An end to solitary confinement and other forms of isolation for LGBTQIA+ individuals
  • Increased access to programs and services that address the specific needs of LGBTQIA+ individuals in the prison system

What We're Fighting For

We're fighting for a world where:

  • LGBTQIA+ individuals in the prison system are treated with dignity and respect.
  • LGBTQIA+ individuals in the prison system have access to the same rights and opportunities as other inmates.
  • LGBTQIA+ individuals in the prison system are protected from violence and harassment.
  • LGBTQIA+ individuals in the prison system have access to the resources and support they need to thrive.

Join us in the fight for prison reform and criminal justice. Together, we can create a world where every LGBTQIA+ individual in the prison system is treated with dignity and respect.