Justice Roundtable The Justice Roundtable is a broad-based coalition of more than 100 organizations working to reform federal criminal justice laws and policies. Justice Roundtable
Clean Slate Initiative The Clean Slate Initiative is a national bipartisan coalition advancing policies to automatically clear all eligible criminal records across the United States and help state partners provide people with a fresh start. Clean Slate Initiative
Drug Policy Alliance - Marijuana Justice Coalition The Marijuana Justice Coalition is a broad coalition of national advocacy organizations, convened by the Drug Policy Alliance, who have joined forces to advocate for federal marijuana reform through a racial and economic justice lens. Drug Policy Alliance - Marijuana Justice Coalition
4 Ways the Department of Transportation Can Combat Racially Biased Police Traffic Enforcement ArticleMar 22, 2024 4 Ways the Department of Transportation Can Combat Racially Biased Police Traffic Enforcement Mar 22, 2024 Rachael Eisenberg, Daniel Bodah, Brandon Tucker, 1 More Brandon Tucker
A Guide to the Application Process for U.S. Department of Justice Grants ArticleMar 20, 2024 A Guide to the Application Process for U.S. Department of Justice Grants Mar 20, 2024 Allie Preston
Supporting Women Affected by the Criminal Legal System ChapterMar 14, 2024 Supporting Women Affected by the Criminal Legal System Mar 14, 2024 Akua Amaning
Community Violence Intervention: Raymond Solorzano and Southern California Crossroads VideoFeb 6, 2024 Community Violence Intervention: Raymond Solorzano and Southern California Crossroads Feb 6, 2024 Chandler Hall, Nick Wilson, Hai-Lam Phan, 4 More Ala Al Sadi, Toni Pandolfo, Madalyn Reagan, Matthew Gossage
Rasheed and the Power of a Second Chance VideoApr 27, 2023 Rasheed and the Power of a Second Chance Rasheed’s story sheds light on the barriers that so many young adults face when returning to their communities and the opportunities that second chance policies give to young adults who are looking to enter the labor market. Apr 27, 2023 Akua Amaning, Allie Preston, David Ballard, 6 More Marina Zhavoronkova, Andrew Sonntag, Hai-Lam Phan, Ala Al Sadi, Toni Pandolfo, Madalyn Reagan
St. Cyr and the Power of a Second Chance VideoApr 20, 2023 St. Cyr and the Power of a Second Chance St. Cyr’s story illustrates the need for supportive reentry services for formerly incarcerated individuals who face barriers to accessing employment due to exclusionary policies. Apr 20, 2023 Akua Amaning, Allie Preston, David Ballard, 5 More Marina Zhavoronkova, Andrew Sonntag, Hai-Lam Phan, Toni Pandolfo, Ala Al Sadi
How To Improve Employment Outcomes for Young Adults Leaving Incarceration ReportMar 16, 2023 How To Improve Employment Outcomes for Young Adults Leaving Incarceration Young adults reentering communities after incarceration face many barriers to finding stable work, but forward-thinking policies can lead to better employment outcomes and safer communities. Mar 16, 2023 Marina Zhavoronkova, Allie Preston, Justin Schweitzer, 1 More Akua Amaning
Fact Sheet: Addressing Employment Barriers for Young Adults Leaving Incarceration Fact SheetMar 16, 2023 Fact Sheet: Addressing Employment Barriers for Young Adults Leaving Incarceration Many young adults re-entering communities after incarceration face institutional barriers to reaching their employment goals—and policymakers can and should take action to help them. Mar 16, 2023 Marina Zhavoronkova, Allie Preston, Justin Schweitzer, 2 More Akua Amaning, Arohi Pathak
Opinion: Three Black leaders offer one practical solution to reduce police assaults on Black motorists In the NewsMar 13, 2023 Opinion: Three Black leaders offer one practical solution to reduce police assaults on Black motorists Patrick Gaspard partners with Color of Change's Rashad Robinson and the Vera Institute of Justice's Nicholas Turner to discuss the dangers of traffic stops for Black motorists and to urge leaders at the federal, state, and local levels to seek solutions. Mar 13, 2023 CNN Patrick Gaspard, Rashad Robinson , Nicholas Turner
The Killing of Tyre Nichols Must Serve as a Catalyst to Root Out Racial Injustice in Policing ArticleFeb 10, 2023 The Killing of Tyre Nichols Must Serve as a Catalyst to Root Out Racial Injustice in Policing The killing of Tyre Nichols at the hands of police in Memphis has focused the national attention on the dangers of driving while Black in America and the urgent need for police reform that fulfills the promise of public safety. Feb 10, 2023 Rachael Eisenberg, Brandon Tucker, Hadi Sedigh
What To Read Before the State of the Union ArticleFeb 3, 2023 What To Read Before the State of the Union The economy; democracy and the courts; and community safety and gun violence are expected to be at center stage as President Biden prepares to address the nation during his second State of the Union address. Feb 3, 2023 Kiera Manser, Rose Khattar, Ben Olinsky, 1 More Rachael Eisenberg
America’s Broken Criminal Legal System Contributes to Wealth Inequality ReportDec 13, 2022 America’s Broken Criminal Legal System Contributes to Wealth Inequality New CAP analysis highlights how the nation’s failed experiment with mass incarceration and overcriminalization strips wealth from families and widens the racial wealth gap. Dec 13, 2022 Christian E. Weller, Akua Amaning, Rebecca Vallas
5 Ways Cash Bail Systems Undermine Community Safety ReportNov 3, 2022 5 Ways Cash Bail Systems Undermine Community Safety The cash bail status quo harms community safety through its effects on health, economic stability, employment, familial relationships, and housing. Nov 3, 2022 Allie Preston
Progressive Prosecutors Are Not Tied to the Rise in Violent Crime ArticleOct 26, 2022 Progressive Prosecutors Are Not Tied to the Rise in Violent Crime A new research study finds no evidence linking progressive prosecutors to rising crime in major cities. Oct 26, 2022 Rachael Eisenberg, Allie Preston
ARPA Funds Continue To Support Community Safety Efforts Through Community Responder Programs ArticleOct 12, 2022 ARPA Funds Continue To Support Community Safety Efforts Through Community Responder Programs With the help of funding from the American Rescue Plan Act, governments are expanding their public safety strategies to invest in community responder programs that reduce reliance on law enforcement and provide communities with meaningful emergency management support. Oct 12, 2022 Akua Amaning
Centering Youth in Community Violence Interventions as Part of a Comprehensive Approach to Countering Gun Violence ReportOct 11, 2022 Centering Youth in Community Violence Interventions as Part of a Comprehensive Approach to Countering Gun Violence Community violence intervention programs are a critical part of a comprehensive approach to reduce the impact of rising gun violence on youth and in U.S. communities. Oct 11, 2022 Terrell Thomas, Rachael Eisenberg