JSTOR, a digital library initiative, has made a groundbreaking impact by providing access to its vast resources in over 1,000 prisons globally, benefiting over 500,000 incarcerated learners. Led by Stacy Burnett, the JSTOR Access in Prison initiative aims to bridge the education gap for incarcerated individuals, offering research opportunities, skill development, and information literacy crucial for their growth and future reintegration into society. The initiative has seen impressive usage rates in various prisons, with plans to expand further. Despite challenges, JSTOR’s mission to democratize access to knowledge remains strong, with hopes to reach a million learners in 2024.
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