From Grey to Green: Guidelines for Designing Health-Promoting Correctional Environments

Stevens, Julie; Wagenfeld, Amy; Toews, Barb

doi:10.1007/978-3-031-11972-9_22

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“…Relatedly, when carceral spaces are found to commit environmental violations, swift and proportionate sanctions should be applied. Furthermore, allocating funding for remediation and upgrading of dated correctional facilities could serve to minimize the environmental harms that exist in aging infrastructure across the carceral system (Stevens et al , 2022). Each of these measures would help create safer spaces for incarcerated individuals, but also those who work or live near carceral facilities.…”

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Unsafe communities: environmental injustice in carceral spaces

Estes,

Leon-Corwin,

McElroy

2023

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Purpose Research shows that the physical locations of correctional facilities often contribute to environmental hazards. Research also shows that correctional facilities are often sited near hazardous or undesirable land(s). In combination, incarcerated individuals may be at increased risk of experiencing negative health consequences because of exposure to various environmental harms. This is especially alarming as incarcerated individuals lack the capacity to decide where they are detained. In these cases, health issues that may have developed while detained may extend beyond incarceration. Furthermore, incarcerated individuals are not protected by the Environmental Protection Agency’s Environmental Justice policies. Design/methodology/approach Using a case study approach, the authors examine two specific correctional facilities in the USA to not only demonstrate the various environmental harms that incarcerated individuals encounter but also highlight carceral spaces as sites of environmental violations. Findings Additionally, the authors address the negative health consequences incarcerated individuals report because of exposure to these harms. They also argue that creating safer communities requires more than reducing crime and preventing criminal victimization. Creating safer communities also includes promoting environmental safety and protection from hazards that cause sickness and disease. Originality/value This work contributes to an emerging and growing body of literature that examines the intersection of carceral studies and environmental justice.

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Unsafe communities: environmental injustice in carceral spaces

Estes,

Leon-Corwin,

McElroy

2023

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Does Nature Contact in Prison Improve Wellbeing? Greenspace, Self-Harm, Violence and Staff Sickness Absence in Prisons in England and Wales

Moran

Jones

Jordaan

et al. 2022

Palgrave Studies in Prisons and Penology

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Enhancing Offender Rehabilitation Through Co-Designed Controlled-Environment Agriculture in an Australian Maximum Security Prison

Vaughn,

Ramirez,

Tietz

2024

The Prison Journal

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This research explores the application of controlled-environment agriculture (CEA) in an Australian maximum security prison, aiming to enhance inmate health and wellbeing through improved diet. The implementation of a medium-scale greenhouse demonstrates how CEA can effectively increase the availability of fresh produce in prison settings. By engaging inmates and correctional staff in a co-design process, the project not only promotes better nutrition but also fosters community involvement and empowerment among the participants. This inclusive approach facilitates the development of innovative and practical solutions, transforming the prison environment and encouraging rehabilitation through active participation and skills development.

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From Grey to Green: Guidelines for Designing Health-Promoting Correctional Environments

Cited by 3 publications

References 44 publications

Unsafe communities: environmental injustice in carceral spaces

Unsafe communities: environmental injustice in carceral spaces

Does Nature Contact in Prison Improve Wellbeing? Greenspace, Self-Harm, Violence and Staff Sickness Absence in Prisons in England and Wales

Enhancing Offender Rehabilitation Through Co-Designed Controlled-Environment Agriculture in an Australian Maximum Security Prison

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