Transformation is happening in the heart of downtown #Cleveland, Ohio. Outside groups come into the Northeast Reintegration Center to encourage the women, many of whom have experienced various types of trauma in their lives. Ohio DRC fox8.com/news/voices-of…

UPCOMING EVENT: On December 12th listen to a panel of experts discuss how public health can enhance equity in the criminal legal system and improve healthcare access for justice-involved populations. Data Collaborative for Justice Punishment to Public Health (P2PH) nychealthy Register today! ➡️ bit.ly/3YKqzMX

#OurRightsOurFuture

Human Rights Day calls for immediate actions to protect and uphold human dignity and equality. We acknowledge the critical need to advocate for Justice and equality for all to ensure a safer society. #OurRightsOurFuture #PublicSafety

❓Are you a justice professional working with young people? Our new guide, developed with support from Bureau of Justice Assistance & OJP OJJDP, outlines 6 best practices to support youth crisis stabilization needs during reentry. bit.ly/4fZmpIt

Sleep deprivation behind bars isn’t just inhumane—it’s dangerous. From poor health to increased aggression, lack of rest fuels cycles of harm. We must address these systemic failures for real rehabilitation. #CriminalJusticeReform #PrisonReform themarshallproject.org/2024/12/12/sle…

Pushing reforms through the criminal justice system will be an uphill battle in 2025, but we're prepared – and you should be too. Here are 34 policy ideas for lawmakers & advocates looking to reform the system without making it bigger 👇 prisonpolicy.org/reports/winnab…

Holiday stress can take a toll on people’s mental health, making it crucial for us all to be up to date on effective crisis responses. Here are 5 facts for improving responses to behavioral health emergencies in your community: bit.ly/41zsjMa

From police, fire, EMS—to SA CORE. Our research shows cities expanding beyond traditional 911 options. "There's room for growth," notes our Deputy Division Director 💯 Ernie Stevens 💯 as San Antonio reimagines crisis response: bit.ly/3YJHgZ0

Scotland is taking steps to reform its bail system, aiming to reduce prison populations and focus on rehabilitation. How can such legislative changes influence public safety and justice? thetimes.com/article/bill-t…

Survivors seeking safety deserve timely support and access to secure housing. Delays in emergency transfers put lives at risk and highlight systemic gaps in protecting vulnerable residents. gothamist.com/news/nyc-publi…

30 people have died in Los Angeles County jails this year. This staggering death toll in the nation’s largest jail system is driven by rampant neglect and mistreatment. With 30 lives lost before the year ends, LA leadership has failed the community it serves by not closing the

Local & state solutions are making a difference in gun violence prevention! From intervention programs to firearm safety laws, innovation is saving lives. Let's reimagine safety & amplify these efforts. The Trace thetrace.org/2024/12/gun-vi…

Youth detention rates are rising as states roll back critical reforms. Instead of regressing, we need investments in community-based alternatives and support systems that uplift our youth, not incarcerate them. The Marshall Project themarshallproject.org/2024/12/21/whi…

🎄✨ Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from the Future of Public Safety Initiative! Here's to #hope, #progress, and #Unity in the year ahead. Thank you for supporting our mission! ❄️ Stay safe and enjoy the holidays with your loved ones. #HAPPYHOLIDAYS #MerryChristmas

Today, we celebrate the start of Kwanzaa, a time to honor African heritage, culture, and the principles that build strong, united communities. 🌟 From all of us at the Future of Public Safety Initiative, we wish you a joyous and meaningful Kwanzaa! #Kwanzaa2024 #HabariGani

.Governor Kathy Hochul has signed a bill expanding race identification options -- a critical step toward more inclusive data collection, which is essential for crafting informed policies & addressing the unique challenges different communities face. Gothamist gothamist.com/news/ny-gov-ho…

🎉✨ Happy New Year from the Future of Public Safety Initiative! Here’s to 2025—a year of hope, progress, and safer, more just communities. Together, we can create lasting change. Cheers to a brighter future! 🥂 #HappyNewYear2025 #PublicSafety #Progress

.New York County Defender Services Exec. Dir. Stan Germán at John Jay Future of Public Safety Listen we're defenders, we're prosecutors either we believe in diversion or we don't, either we believe in healthcare or we don't We have to give more decision-making to clincians We need more ATI judges We must pass TCEA!

“If we don’t change the culture of the DOC, we are going to bring the cancer into the borough-based model…. is an opportunity.” NYCDS ED Stan Germán at John Jay Research @johnjayfps panel discussing Rikers receivership today