The Global Prison Trends 2026 report, co-published by Penal Reform International (PRI) and the Thailand Institute of Justice (TIJ), provides a comprehensive annual snapshot of the state of world's prisons. It highlights a global system under immense strain, shaped by conflict, overcrowding, and systemic inequalities, while also identifying emerging solutions in technology and non-custodial alternatives.
Global Prison Trends 2026
21 May 2026