Eating Behind Bars: Ending the Hidden Punishment of Food in Prison

Eating Behind Bars

By Leslie Soble, Alex Busansky & Aishatu R. Yusuf. An exploration of the food crisis affecting millions of incarcerated Americans. Argues that everyone is deserving of nourishing food that affirms their humanity and dignity. Reveals a systemic drive to cut costs at the expense of health and decency. It is also a story of resistance and hope, chronicling how incarcerated people and their allies are fighting back, as well as exploring “farm to tray” programs, chef-led initiatives, and other ways to make food in prison a source of healing and bring dignity back to the table. Read more.