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The Parish Prison

men in prison inside a classroom

Louisiana Democrats and Republicans team up to reform deplorable jail conditions by building a new facility closer to New Orleans.

Premiere Date

February 1, 2020

Length

13 minutes

Funding Type

Co-Production

The Parish Prison director, Joanne Elgart Jennings.
Joanne E Jennings

Producer/Director

Joanne Elgart Jennings is an award-winning multimedia journalist and executive. She is currently vice president of editorial at World Affairs, where she executive produces the eponymous weekly public radio program and podcast. Joanne’s work has been honored by numerous journalistic organizations, including the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, the Society of Professional Journalists, CINE, and New York Festivals.