Prison Journalism Project
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An independent national nonprofit initiative that trains incarcerated writers in the tools of journalism and publishes their stories.
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Happy 2026, y’all! We’re back. We’ll have an update on the results of the campaign in about two weeks. Thank you to all of you who made a donation or helped boost our campaign. Also, we have a big project coming out toward the end of the month. It's been in the works for a bit. We hope you'll read.
January 5, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Happy 2026, y’all! We’re back. We’ll have an update on the results of the campaign in about two weeks. Thank you to all of you who made a donation or helped boost our campaign. Also, we have a big project coming out toward the end of the month. It's been in the works for a bit. We hope you'll read.
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In Oklahoma, women receive two pairs of white underwear. If they're lucky enough to have friends or family members, they can purchase five additional pairs. For periods, the state issues 15 pads and just 10 tampons per month (five regular and five super). Here's what periods are like in prison.
What It's Like to Have Your Period in Prison
Even at a women’s prison, your menstruation care needs may not be met.
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September 25, 2025 at 12:27 AM
In Oklahoma, women receive two pairs of white underwear. If they're lucky enough to have friends or family members, they can purchase five additional pairs. For periods, the state issues 15 pads and just 10 tampons per month (five regular and five super). Here's what periods are like in prison.
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Pieces like this make me proud to be a monthly supporter of the hands-on training and powerful platform @prisonjournalism.bsky.social provides so incarcerated people can share these much-needed perspectives on the criminal justice system.
January 3, 2026 at 2:50 PM
Pieces like this make me proud to be a monthly supporter of the hands-on training and powerful platform @prisonjournalism.bsky.social provides so incarcerated people can share these much-needed perspectives on the criminal justice system.
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Sadness overtook me after I went deaf as an adult. Then a close friend lifted me up and helped me navigate a silent world.
Prison, Like Life, Is Not Designed for the Deaf
For incarcerated writer Lexie Handlang, going deaf while in a Missouri prison has meant navigating a challenging and unpredictable world.
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December 31, 2025 at 12:15 AM
Sadness overtook me after I went deaf as an adult. Then a close friend lifted me up and helped me navigate a silent world.
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"I begin to jog, and as my legs loosen up, my stride lengthens as I pick up the pace to a steady run. The wind is on my face — the sun beckons, providing strength, and my feet pound out a familiar rhythm on the packed dirt."
So I Run
I must expel the poison eating away at me before there is nothing left to salvage.
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December 31, 2025 at 7:30 PM
"I begin to jog, and as my legs loosen up, my stride lengthens as I pick up the pace to a steady run. The wind is on my face — the sun beckons, providing strength, and my feet pound out a familiar rhythm on the packed dirt."
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Here's the bright side of prison. It is, for one, a rent-free, gated community that has the best surveillance system in the state.
Here's the Bright Side of Prison
Are there benefits to prison? For one, it's a rent-free, gated community that has the best surveillance system in the state.
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December 31, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Here's the bright side of prison. It is, for one, a rent-free, gated community that has the best surveillance system in the state.
The season of joy and generosity ends too quickly.
How to Keep Spirits High Inside — All Year Long
That said, the season of joy and generosity ends too quickly, according to incarcerated California writer Walter Hart.
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January 2, 2026 at 2:31 PM
The season of joy and generosity ends too quickly.
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This dispatch from SCI Huntingdon in Pennsylvania about the time Luigi Mangione came to the state prison was our most-read story of 2025.
When Luigi Mangione Came to Our Prison
Luigi Mangione was incarcerated at my Pennsylvania prison, SCI Huntingdon, for close to two weeks in December. Here's what we saw.
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January 1, 2026 at 1:08 AM
This dispatch from SCI Huntingdon in Pennsylvania about the time Luigi Mangione came to the state prison was our most-read story of 2025.
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Please join me and chip in what you can for this vital resource that provides an important window into the operation of America's criminal legal system—one still marked by mass incarceration and supervision. #CivilRights #HumanRights
We are a little more than $3000 away from our goal. Less than four hours to go!
We need your help! So far, we’ve raised $16,000 from 164 donors, which tells us that a lot of people understand the importance of this work. We train incarcerated writers and publish their stories. Our goal is to raise $50,000 by Dec. 31. Can you support our work?
January 1, 2026 at 2:20 AM
Please join me and chip in what you can for this vital resource that provides an important window into the operation of America's criminal legal system—one still marked by mass incarceration and supervision. #CivilRights #HumanRights
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I’ve donated to PJP. I learn so much from their newsletter and articles. And, most importantly, their work makes incarcerated people Visible in a way outside journalism rarely even tries to do. It’s vital, human work of enormous value.
Here’s how your donation helps ⤵️
☑️ Provides journalism training for incarcerated writers.
☑️ Offers edit-coaching support so writers can grow their skills.
☑️ Maintains a publication that brings their stories outside prison walls.
☑️ Keeps our stories free for families and communities.
☑️ Provides journalism training for incarcerated writers.
☑️ Offers edit-coaching support so writers can grow their skills.
☑️ Maintains a publication that brings their stories outside prison walls.
☑️ Keeps our stories free for families and communities.
December 3, 2025 at 1:32 AM
I’ve donated to PJP. I learn so much from their newsletter and articles. And, most importantly, their work makes incarcerated people Visible in a way outside journalism rarely even tries to do. It’s vital, human work of enormous value.
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Artists need only art supplies and time to work to create magic! Where ever they are.
Using floor wax and colored pencils, John W. Zenc creates his own acrylic paints. His art has earned him the nickname “Picasso.” Here’s how the 65-year-old, working with Q-tips and toothpicks, has become a remarkably resourceful artist.
In Prison, They Call Me Picasso
Nicknamed Picasso in his California prison, artist John W. Zenc uses homemade acrylic paint and Q-tips to create his idiosyncratic artworks.
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December 25, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Artists need only art supplies and time to work to create magic! Where ever they are.
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@prisonjournalism.bsky.social came across my feed this morning. Can recommend giving it a look. There’s a recent article about cats too (I think you’ll enjoy it even if you’re not a cat person).
"All night long, I thought about how to use an item from the vending machine to teach math since my prison didn’t provide pens, pencils or crayons. Eventually I settled on an imaginative solution that would make even Albert Einstein proud."
How I Taught My Daughter Math in Prison With Cheetos
I helped my daughter conquer her hardest school subject with a lot of orange dust.
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December 30, 2025 at 7:27 AM
@prisonjournalism.bsky.social came across my feed this morning. Can recommend giving it a look. There’s a recent article about cats too (I think you’ll enjoy it even if you’re not a cat person).
We are a little more than $3000 away from our goal. Less than four hours to go!
We need your help! So far, we’ve raised $16,000 from 164 donors, which tells us that a lot of people understand the importance of this work. We train incarcerated writers and publish their stories. Our goal is to raise $50,000 by Dec. 31. Can you support our work?
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January 1, 2026 at 1:14 AM
We are a little more than $3000 away from our goal. Less than four hours to go!
This dispatch from SCI Huntingdon in Pennsylvania about the time Luigi Mangione came to the state prison was our most-read story of 2025.
When Luigi Mangione Came to Our Prison
Luigi Mangione was incarcerated at my Pennsylvania prison, SCI Huntingdon, for close to two weeks in December. Here's what we saw.
prisonjournalismproject.org
January 1, 2026 at 1:08 AM
This dispatch from SCI Huntingdon in Pennsylvania about the time Luigi Mangione came to the state prison was our most-read story of 2025.
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Been meaning to donate but keep forgetting? 😅 I'll make you some quirky art as a gift for your end of year donation to the Prison Journalism Project. Anything helps their awesome cause! Help elevate the voices of incarcerated folks, we need their stories too 🌈
#illustration #art #cat #dog #goodcause
#illustration #art #cat #dog #goodcause
January 1, 2026 at 12:58 AM
Been meaning to donate but keep forgetting? 😅 I'll make you some quirky art as a gift for your end of year donation to the Prison Journalism Project. Anything helps their awesome cause! Help elevate the voices of incarcerated folks, we need their stories too 🌈
#illustration #art #cat #dog #goodcause
#illustration #art #cat #dog #goodcause
Hi All, thus far, we've raised a little more than $45,000 from 350+ donors. We're less than $4,300 away from our goal. We need your help in these final hours to close the gap. Reader support is important. A $5, $10, $100 or any amount moves us closer to our goal.
We need your help! So far, we’ve raised $16,000 from 164 donors, which tells us that a lot of people understand the importance of this work. We train incarcerated writers and publish their stories. Our goal is to raise $50,000 by Dec. 31. Can you support our work?
Donate | Prison Journalism Project
Prison Journalism Project is supported by people like you. Support Prison Journalism Project today.
prisonjournalismproject.fundjournalism.org
December 31, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Hi All, thus far, we've raised a little more than $45,000 from 350+ donors. We're less than $4,300 away from our goal. We need your help in these final hours to close the gap. Reader support is important. A $5, $10, $100 or any amount moves us closer to our goal.
Support prison journalism.
"Everyone in prison has a story to tell; you’ll just never hear any of them." — Tariq MaQbool, writer in New Jersey
"Everyone in prison has a story to tell; you’ll just never hear any of them." — Tariq MaQbool, writer in New Jersey
Donate | Prison Journalism Project
Prison Journalism Project is supported by people like you. Support Prison Journalism Project today.
prisonjournalismproject.fundjournalism.org
December 31, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Support prison journalism.
"Everyone in prison has a story to tell; you’ll just never hear any of them." — Tariq MaQbool, writer in New Jersey
"Everyone in prison has a story to tell; you’ll just never hear any of them." — Tariq MaQbool, writer in New Jersey
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We have a little less than 14 hours to go! Today, is the final day of our end-of-year campaign. We’re $5,000 away from our $50,000 goal, and every gift made today is matched, helping us close the gap before midnight. Can you help us close the gap?
We need your help! So far, we’ve raised $16,000 from 164 donors, which tells us that a lot of people understand the importance of this work. We train incarcerated writers and publish their stories. Our goal is to raise $50,000 by Dec. 31. Can you support our work?
Donate | Prison Journalism Project
Prison Journalism Project is supported by people like you. Support Prison Journalism Project today.
prisonjournalismproject.fundjournalism.org
December 31, 2025 at 3:14 PM
We have a little less than 14 hours to go! Today, is the final day of our end-of-year campaign. We’re $5,000 away from our $50,000 goal, and every gift made today is matched, helping us close the gap before midnight. Can you help us close the gap?
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"Inside prison, communication is often survival. But, journalism, that becomes purpose. And purpose is a very rare thing in here. PJP helped me find mine. They vouched for me. They built a bridge where there had only been isolation. That is why their work matters." --Tariq MaqBool
PJP 5-Year Anniversary Video
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December 31, 2025 at 3:42 PM
"Inside prison, communication is often survival. But, journalism, that becomes purpose. And purpose is a very rare thing in here. PJP helped me find mine. They vouched for me. They built a bridge where there had only been isolation. That is why their work matters." --Tariq MaqBool
The countdown to the New Year can’t beat the countdown to freedom. In 2022, Ryan Moser wrote a piece about his last new year's eve in prison. Ryan joined us earlier this month at “Voices From the Inside: A Celebration of PJP Writers and Five Years of Impact."
My Last New Year’s Eve In Prison
For incarcerated Florida writer Ryan M. Moser, the countdown to the New Year can’t beat the countdown to freedom.
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December 31, 2025 at 7:39 PM
The countdown to the New Year can’t beat the countdown to freedom. In 2022, Ryan Moser wrote a piece about his last new year's eve in prison. Ryan joined us earlier this month at “Voices From the Inside: A Celebration of PJP Writers and Five Years of Impact."
Here's the bright side of prison. It is, for one, a rent-free, gated community that has the best surveillance system in the state.
Here's the Bright Side of Prison
Are there benefits to prison? For one, it's a rent-free, gated community that has the best surveillance system in the state.
prisonjournalismproject.org
December 31, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Here's the bright side of prison. It is, for one, a rent-free, gated community that has the best surveillance system in the state.
"I begin to jog, and as my legs loosen up, my stride lengthens as I pick up the pace to a steady run. The wind is on my face — the sun beckons, providing strength, and my feet pound out a familiar rhythm on the packed dirt."
So I Run
I must expel the poison eating away at me before there is nothing left to salvage.
prisonjournalismproject.org
December 31, 2025 at 7:30 PM
"I begin to jog, and as my legs loosen up, my stride lengthens as I pick up the pace to a steady run. The wind is on my face — the sun beckons, providing strength, and my feet pound out a familiar rhythm on the packed dirt."
A thread ⤵️
One of PJP s year-end traditions is sharing our favorite stories of the year. Choosing isn’t easy. This year, our editors narrowed nearly 160 published stories down to a final list through thoughtful (and spirited) debate.
December 31, 2025 at 7:18 PM
A thread ⤵️
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Hi, new followers! 👋🏾 Thanks for following. A bit about us: Prison Journalism Project trains incarcerated writers and publishes their work. We’re looking forward to seeing you around these parts. Please feel free to @ us, we talk back! The person writing back is often @lyneka.bsky.social!
December 30, 2025 at 1:37 AM
Hi, new followers! 👋🏾 Thanks for following. A bit about us: Prison Journalism Project trains incarcerated writers and publishes their work. We’re looking forward to seeing you around these parts. Please feel free to @ us, we talk back! The person writing back is often @lyneka.bsky.social!
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We have some ambitious plans for 2026 and beyond:
☑️ The rollout of digital courses for prison tablets
☑️ Special projects focusing on important issues
☑️ Expanding courses and mentorship to even more writers
☑️ Focus on incarcerated women
Your tax-deductible contribution supports this work.
☑️ The rollout of digital courses for prison tablets
☑️ Special projects focusing on important issues
☑️ Expanding courses and mentorship to even more writers
☑️ Focus on incarcerated women
Your tax-deductible contribution supports this work.
PJP is a nonprofit. That means every story we publish and every writer we train is made possible because people like you choose to support this work. We rely on our community to keep this platform free and accessible to anyone behind the walls who wants to learn, write and be heard.
Donate | Prison Journalism Project
Prison Journalism Project is supported by people like you. Support Prison Journalism Project today.
prisonjournalismproject.fundjournalism.org
December 31, 2025 at 4:01 PM
We have some ambitious plans for 2026 and beyond:
☑️ The rollout of digital courses for prison tablets
☑️ Special projects focusing on important issues
☑️ Expanding courses and mentorship to even more writers
☑️ Focus on incarcerated women
Your tax-deductible contribution supports this work.
☑️ The rollout of digital courses for prison tablets
☑️ Special projects focusing on important issues
☑️ Expanding courses and mentorship to even more writers
☑️ Focus on incarcerated women
Your tax-deductible contribution supports this work.