Stacy Lyn Burnett

The Prison Economist: Rethinking Justice, Education & Economic Impact

The Prison Economist | Justice Reform Advocate | Economic Equity Expert | TEDx Speaker | Author

From incarceration to national leadership, Stacy Lyn Burnett is a powerhouse of advocacy, education equity, and systemic reform. A graduate of the prestigious Bard Prison Initiative and Bard Graduate School, Stacy has turned her lived experience into a force for meaningful change, focusing on transforming access to education, justice reform, and systemic equity for incarcerated individuals.

As the Senior Product Manager for JSTOR Access in Prison, Stacy has expanded access to academic resources for incarcerated learners across the globe. Her policy leadership has influenced New York City’s Mayor’s Office during the COVID-19 pandemic and driven reforms in prison food systems, environmental justice, and educational equity.

Stacy doesn’t just challenge the system—she reimagines it. Through her compelling storytelling, data-driven insights, and electrifying presence, she inspires audiences to rethink the social and economic impact of mass incarceration.

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