The Georgia Department of Corrections has announced an upcoming opportunity for families to connect with representatives and address concerns about their incarcerated loved ones. The department's Family Day event is slated for January 23, 2026, providing those on an offender's approved visitation list a chance to engage directly with officials.
Registration for the event opened early this morning, as noted on the Georgia Department of Corrections website. It will continue through January 15, 2026, or until reaching the capacity limit of 213 registrants. On arrival, visitors are asked to check in at Building A with their ID and the offender’s GDC number, and security will be on-site to smooth the process, so it's best to keep belongings to a minimum – keys, pen, and paper should suffice.
The department emphasizes preparation, suggesting that attendees jot down questions ahead of time. During the event, guests will receive color-coded numbers determining the sequence in which they'll meet with departmental personnel. According to guidelines posted on the department's announcement, "Family or significant others must be on the offender's approved visitation list and registered for the meeting."
Participants will wait in an auditorium until their number is called, at which point small groups will be moved to the designated area for discussions. Those needing physical assistance have been advised to inform a GDC representative at check-in. Wardrobe-wise, comfortable attire is recommended, bearing in mind that there might be a fair bit of walking or standing. For efficiency and fairness, the department requests that interactions with representatives stay within a ten-minute window, with the Commissioner available on a first-come, first-served basis for brief ten-minute discussions with 18 individuals in total.
