Vera Institute of Justice
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We’re fighting to secure equal justice for all, end mass incarceration, and strengthen families + communities. Find us on Mastodon: @[email protected]
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This spring, #Tennessee Governor Bill Lee reversed a series of reforms implemented by the city of Memphis after members of its police force killed Tyre Nichols during a traffic stop in 2023. The governor’s decision is a mistake. Here’s why: vera.org/news/in-memphi…
Did you know there’s no recognized right to counsel when facing deportation & family separation? In a room right now w/ 100+ advocates fighting for the right to representation for immigrants now up against trained govt lawyers. Honored to be in this fight. #fairnesstofreedom
The National Partnership for New Americans (NPNA) and the Vera Institute of Justice (Vera Institute of Justice) are excited to kick off this year's convening: Uniting for Universal Representation 2024! #Uniting4URep #FairnessToFreedom
APPLY NOW: Vera, in consultation with Bureau of Justice Assistance, is looking to partner with state corrections agencies to transform prison cultures, climates, and spaces. Selected partners will receive training and technical assistance.
Learn more and apply by May 29: vera.org/ending-mass-in…
Facts are facts: violent crime is falling faster in New Orleans than in other major cities. Yet #Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry and state legislators prefer to prioritize dangerous rhetoric, punitive sentencing policy, and crowded prisons.
vera.org/news/louisiana…
“[We’re] keeping people out of the criminal justice system that don’t need to be there.'
Learn how civilian-led crisis response programs can safely and effectively respond to people experiencing mental health crises: vera.org/the-people-res… #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth