Why We Need Prison Journalism

Explore the critical importance of prison journalism in this compelling TEDx talk by Shaheen Pasha, an assistant teaching professor at Penn State and co-founder of the Prison Journalism Project. Discover how giving inmates a voice through journalism can shed light on rarely seen aspects of incarceration and challenge societal perceptions. Learn about Pasha's extensive experience as an international correspondent and her dedication to mass incarceration and prison education. Gain insights into the process of teaching journalism to incarcerated writers and the impact of their stories on public understanding. Understand why inmates' narratives deserve equal attention and how prison journalism contributes to a more comprehensive view of the criminal justice system.