A Report of the Vera Institute of Justice
Overview
A report on the history, staff and projects of the Vera Institute of Justice as of February 1972.
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Ending Mass Incarceration
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Ending Mass Incarceration
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Causes of Mass IncarcerationAbout the problem, the history of mass incarceration, trends and statistics
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Criminalization and Racial DisparitiesEnding the criminalization of people of color, immigrants, and people experiencing poverty
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Reducing IncarcerationDrastically reducing the use of jails, prisons, and detention centers
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Dignity Behind BarsCentering dignity and minimizing the harms of criminal legal and immigration system involvement
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Investing in CommunitiesIt's time to invest in the things that help communities thrive.
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- Our Work
- Solutions & Research
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News & Stories
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Latest News & StoriesIdeas, opinions, and strategies to end mass incarceration
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Media CenterPress releases and media coverage
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Justice in the Age of TrumpCriminal justice and immigration reform are facing unprecedented threats during the 47th presidency.
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Podcast: The 30 Year ProjectOn the 30th anniversary of the 1994 Crime Bill, journalist and host Josie Duffy Rice looks at the legislation's impact and examines where mass incarceration in America is today.
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