Carceral Studies

Carceral Studies is an interdisciplinary field that examines the systems of incarceration and punishment, focusing on prisons, jails, and broader societal impacts. It explores how these systems operate, their historical context, and their effects on individuals, communities, and society as a whole. The field investigates issues like mass incarceration, criminal justice policies, the experiences of incarcerated individuals, and the socio-economic factors that contribute to crime and punishment. By analyzing these elements, Carceral Studies seeks to understand and challenge the structures of power and inequality within the criminal justice system.