Get Involved
The Correctional Association of New York (CANY) fights tirelessly for a more humane and effective criminal justice system, but they can't do it alone. Whether you've been incarcerated, know someone who has or just want to help, CANY needs your support.
One way to get involved is to join one of CANY's coalitions:
- Coalition for Women Prisoners: This group advocates for the rights and unique needs of women in prison. For instance women may discover they are pregnant while in prison and need the proper care. This coalition works to make sure women have the accommodations they need to stay healthy during their prison sentence.
- Campaign for Alternatives to Isolated Confinement (CAIC): Over 80,000 prisoners are in solitary confinement across the country. Members of this group demand reform of the state's use of this punishment since it's inhumane and psychologically damaging.