Confinement of prisoners in deplorable conditions frequently without adequate medical care threatens their health, safety, and human dignity. In addition, the Constitution guarantees that individuals who are incarcerated retain basic rights to free speech, the freedom to practice their religion, and the right to access the courts and counsel.

The Barbara McDowell Public Interest Law Center addresses and protects the rights of prisoners through high-impact litigation efforts and advocacy to remedy injustices perpetuated upon them.