There are ongoing human rights violations occurring at Ross Correctional Institution and other facilities within Ohio's Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC). These violations stem from Correctional Officers who are refusing to uphold their responsibilities, including ignoring work conditions and blatantly rejecting the use of body camera surveillance. 

This rebellion from staff is a direct response to Annette Chambers, a leader who has implemented significant, positive changes for both inmates and society. Since becoming the head of ODRC, Chambers has spearheaded remarkable reforms that prioritize rehabilitation and human dignity. Among her many accomplishments, she has reinstated family engagement programs and extended visitation days and hours—proven strategies for fostering healing and personal growth for incarcerated individuals. 

Chambers has also emphasized education for all inmates, equipping them with the skills and knowledge they need to successfully reintegrate into society. She has expanded job opportunities, providing financial stability to those transitioning from prison to civilian life. Her leadership has contributed to a safer, more transparent prison system by mandating surveillance across all facilities, ensuring accountability and promoting safety for both staff and inmates. 

However, a group of Correctional Officers are undermining these efforts. By refusing to wear body cameras, they are creating an environment of secrecy and putting everyone at risk. Surveillance footage is essential for transparency and for deterring violence, but these officers are rejecting it. What are they trying to hide? Their actions jeopardize the safety and security of both staff and incarcerated individuals, creating a hostile and dangerous atmosphere within the institution. 

Annette Chambers’ commitment to rehabilitation and safety is a vital force for good within Ohio’s justice system. She has worked tirelessly to improve the lives of those incarcerated and has demonstrated unwavering dedication to building a safer, more just society. These officers who refuse to support her leadership are not only undermining her efforts but also perpetuating a cycle of violence and unsafe conditions. 

We demand immediate action from ODRC to hold these non-compliant staff members accountable. The refusal to wear body cameras and their resistance to meaningful reform must not be tolerated. These officers pose a direct threat to safety, security, and rehabilitation within the Ohio prison system. 

Sign this petition in support of Annette Chambers and call for immediate consequences for those who reject ODRC’s policies. Stand up for the rights of inmates, the safety of staff, and the progress that Annette Chambers represents.