Press Releases & Policy Statements
In an effort to inform the public as part of its mandate, the Correctional Association of New York issues Press Releases & Policy Statements following prison monitoring visits, the publication of an issue-based reports, and on policy impacting incarcerated individuals and staff in New York. To access these materials, please see below.
Correctional Association of New York Releases Report on Conditions at Taconic Correctional Facility
Brooklyn, NY - The Correctional Association of New York (CANY) today released a Post-Visit Briefing on Taconic Correctional Facility, one of only four women's prisons in New York State. The report, based on a monitoring visit conducted in December 2023, details inadequate access to medical and dental care, concerns about staff conduct, poor environmental conditions, and a lack of reentry programs. However, the report also notes that incarcerated individuals positively reviewed the volunteer-led and higher education programs offered at the facility.
Correctional Association of New York Commends Governor's Announcement on Prison Closures
New York, NY – The Correctional Association of New York (CANY) commends Governor Kathy Hochul for announcing the closure of Great Meadow and Sullivan Correctional Facilities.
Correctional Association of New York Releases Analysis of Prison Grievance Data
New York, NY – A new analysis issued by the Correctional Association of New York (CANY) sheds light on the Incarcerated Grievance Program (IGP) in New York’s prisons.
Correctional Association Highlights Progress on Three Priority Transparency Reforms
ALBANY – This week, Albany lawmakers took action to advance three bills championed by the Correctional Association of New York (CANY), the independent organization tasked with overseeing the state’s prison system. These bills aim to enhance transparency, accountability, and oversight within correctional facilities to improve conditions for both incarcerated individuals and staff.