Vera has been working to transform the criminal legal and immigration systems for more than 60 years—and we won't stop until they’re fair for all. Because mass incarceration is wrong. Because immigration is under attack. Because poverty is not a crime. Because justice is for all. Because dignity is worth fighting for. Because we are Vera. Together, we can end mass incarceration. Join our movement: https://lnkd.in/eMtNC9pe #WeAreVera
Vera Institute of Justice
Government Administration
Brooklyn, New York 75,253 followers
Securing equal justice, ending mass incarceration, and strengthening families and communities. Founded 1961.
About us
We envision a society that respects the dignity of every single person. And we're working to realize it. We work with others who share our vision to tackle the most pressing injustices of our day - from the causes and consequences of mass incarceration, racial disparities, and the loss of public trust in law enforcement, to the unmet needs of the vulnerable, the marginalized, and those harmed by crime and violence.
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- Government Administration
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Brooklyn, New York
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1961
- Specialties
- Research, Technical Assistance, Demonstration Projects, and Criminal Justice
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34 35th St
Suite 4-2A
Brooklyn, New York 11232, US
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1111 14th Street NE, Suite 920
Washington, DC 20005, US
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546 Carondelet, 3rd Floor
New Orleans, LA 70130, US
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634 S Spring Street,
#300A
Los Angeles, CA 90014, US
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From foster care and housing services to workforce development and college preparedness support, Hale `Ōpio, a Hawai`i based non-profit organization whose mission is dedicated to improving young people's quality of life, and its expansive programs are successfully diverting hundreds of young people from criminal prosecution and incarceration. Jane* is one of these people. In her pursuit of ‘graduating’ from Teen Court, Hale `Ōpio’s diversion program, she completed a victim impact course and enrolled in the organization’s homelessness outreach program. With Hale `Ōpio’s continued support, Jane is now considering college and has stable housing and employment. (*name changed to protect identity) Read on for more on her story and the impact of expansive and accessible diversion programs: https://lnkd.in/ehWtaC_B
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Were you formerly incarcerated in a #NewYork State prison? We want to hear from you! Take our 5-minute anonymous survey to help Vera improve vocational training and employment outcomes: https://lnkd.in/e54DXAUT
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In June, the Biden administration unveiled an executive order that granted the president the authority to limit the number of people permitted to claim asylum at the U.S. southern border. Three months later, we see the ripple effect of the administration’s restrictions: the number of people seeking safety in the #United States has dropped 50%. And this executive order is impacting people with legitimate asylum claims: according to migrant advocacy groups, 75% of migrants said they had been turned back after border agents ignored their claims or didn’t give them the chance to raise them. Immigrants who come to the #UnitedStates seeking safety and opportunity contribute greatly to this country. As we honor #HispanicHeritageMonth—amidst an election year where far too many politicians across the political spectrum have attempted to demonize immigrants—it is important to reiterate the need to build a fair and workable asylum system that prioritizes fairness and due process and keeps families together. https://lnkd.in/dtneGmGT
Biden’s Asylum Restrictions Are Working as Predicted, and as Warned
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Californians deserve real solutions that prevent crime and improve everyone's quality of life—like affordable housing, good jobs, and access to mental health and drug treatment. But Prop 36 will only do the opposite. If passed, the law will take billions from programs proven to turn people’s lives around and waste that money on mass incarceration. California: get on the right track by voting #NoOnProp36.
Investing in Care Has Kept Californians Safe and Out of Prison for 10…
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“When I hear the words ‘94 Crime Bill’, I think failure. I think unintended consequences, and I think complicated.” Holly Harris, president of The Network, joins us on Episode 1 of #The30YearProject to begin to unpack the legacy of the #1994CrimeBill. Take a listen to the snippet below and tune into the full episode on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. https://lnkd.in/eq36Fx2m
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Last week, on the first Sunday of the NFL season, Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill was subjected to unnecessary, aggressive tactics from law enforcement. This should NOT have happened. This incident—coupled with the fact that Black drivers are more than twice as likely to be pulled over as white drivers, are far more likely to be searched (even though they are less likely to have anything on them), and more often subjected to aggressive tactics by the police—illustrates the racial inequity of status quo traffic enforcement. Cities and localities must look to reducing unnecessary traffic enforcement and truly prioritize creating public safety on the roads. https://lnkd.in/eYn_337E
Column | How police treated Tyreek Hill should frighten everyone with car keys
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30 years ago today, President Bill Clinton signed the largest piece of criminal legal legislation in U.S. history, the #1994CrimeBill, into law. This bill, intended to combat rising crime, has had a lasting and devastating impact on our nation. While the bill brought some important advancements, such as the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), which enhanced protections for survivors of gender-based violence, it also contributed significantly to the mass incarceration crisis we face today. The bill promoted longer sentences, increased prison construction law enforcement funding, disproportionately affecting communities of color and perpetuating systemic injustices. It also ended Pell Grant eligibility for incarcerated people, making access to college education nearly impossible for those behind bars—a transformative opportunity we know to be crucial in setting individuals up for success upon release. Three decades later, we see echoes of the past in how crime and safety are discussed today, often with the same harmful rhetoric that fueled the 1994 Crime Bill. But we can change this narrative. We have solutions that work to keep people safe in their community, hold our neighbors accountable when they commit harm, and invest in prevention. America’s overreliance on mass incarceration did not start with the #1994CrimeBill, but by understanding its legacy, we can ensure that reliance ends today. For a deeper dive into this critical conversation, tune into our new podcast, #The30YearProject, where host Josie Duffy Rice unpacks what the bill was, what it wasn’t, and what must come next. www.vera.org/podcast
The 30 Year Project
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30 years ago tomorrow, President Bill Clinton signed the largest crime legislation in #UnitedStates history: the 1994 Crime Bill. The Crime Bill is often blamed for accelerating mass incarceration. But is it true? And three decades later, does the Crime Bill still matter? Watch the video ⬇️ to find out. If you’d like to learn more about the legacy—both the good and bad—of the #1994CrimeBill, check out #The30YearProject, a new podcast from writer and journalist Josie Duffy Rice and the Vera Institute of Justice that unpacks what the bill was, what it wasn’t, and what must come next: we can either continue to perpetuate the same discussions about crime OR focus the conversation on safety, accountability, and justice. Start listening, today: www.vera.org/podcast
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This July, Federal Communications Commission limited the rates that telecommunications companies can charge for phone and video calls in prisons and jails. It’s estimated that the new rates will impact 1.4 million incarcerated people and save impacted families at least $500 million annually. Lowering rates is an important move—but state and federal agencies must continue to ensure telecom companies don't find new ways to exploit incarcerated people. https://lnkd.in/evCHGUbn
The FCC Is Capping Outrageous Prison Phone Rates, but Companies Are…
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