ABOUT PAPER CHAINED
Paper Chained is a journal of writing and artistic expressions from individuals affected by incarceration that was founded in 2017. In 2021, Paper Chained welcomed Damien Linnane as the new editor. Paper Chained is posted free to incarcerated people in Australia, and is available for free from our website. Paper Chained is funded primarily by the Community Restorative Centre.
If you are currently in prison, have experienced time in prison, or you have a loved one in prison, we welcome your contributions to this journal. Contributions from those supportive of prison reform will also be considered. Learn more about submitting a contribution here. Contributions are welcome from people worldwide.
Please contact us if you would like to support the journal financially through sponsorship. If you wish to support Paper Chained financially, you can make a tax-deductible donation to the Community Restorative Centre here. When making the donation please mention that it is for Paper Chained.
OUR MISSION
Our goal is to provide a constructive, creative outlet for incarcerated people. By giving people a voice through writing and art, we believe we can assist in improving mental health and well-being, which in turn aligns with rehabilitation goals, the stated aim of incarceration. As well as encouraging constructive pursuits like writing and art, Paper Chained also aims to provide helpful information and a source of entertainment to people in custody.