We are a union for the incarcerated fighting for prison abolition.
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On the Anniversary of #OperationPUSH, Support Prison Strikers Facing Repression
Last year today, over 160 groups signed on in support of #OperationPUSH demands, adding their voice to Florida prisoners demanding dignity, justice and a recognition of their continued humanity despite convictions.
Why independent oversight is needed right now inside Texas prisons!
Peace & Blessings, Sisters & Brothers!
Telford Unit Exposed: Investigation reveals administrative employees falsified records to mandate false disciplinary charges
During his time at the Telford Unit, Jason Renard Walker faced continual retaliation and harassment from staff attempting to silence his writing and organizing, including several attempts to frame him on false charges and to prevent him from being able to defend himself effectively.
Hiding and abusing the mentally ill and physically disabled inside Texas prisons
by Keith ‘Malik’ Washington, Deputy Chairman, New Afrikan Black Panther Party Prison Chapter
Featured Resources
Prison Strike Poster by Melanie Cervantes
A prison strike poster designed by Melanie Cervantes, Xicanx artist and cultural worker and co-founder of Dignidad Rebelde.
Prison Strike 2018 Informational Video
Interviews with Cole Dorsey (IWOC), Chris Lockett (Planting Justice), Anthony Forest (Planting Justice), Darryl Aikens (Planting Justice) on why a prison strike is taking place this August.
Final Straw Podcast - Interview with Prison Strike Organizers Amani Sawari and Brooke
The Final Straw interviews two outside organizers, Amani Sawari and Brooke of IWOC about the upcoming national prisoner strike starting on August 21st and continuing through September 9th, 2018.
Prison Strike 2018 - History and Endorsement from The Fire Inside Collective
An organizing tool for the upcoming 2018 prison strike, this zine includes a spirited endorsement, important background on the lead up to this strike and lessons shared by prisoner rebels to keep in mind with this new round of coordinated resistance.
