anti-prison movement

The anti-prison movement advocates for reducing or abolishing prisons, emphasizing that current incarceration systems often perpetuate inequality, fail to address root causes of crime, and can lead to unnecessary harm. Instead, it promotes alternatives such as rehabilitation, restorative justice, and community-based solutions to promote healing and social equity. The movement seeks to challenge mass incarceration policies, racial disparities, and the criminalization of marginalized groups, aiming for a justice system that prioritizes dignity, fairness, and meaningful reintegration rather than punishment alone.