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Vera Institute of Justice Donate Vera Institute of Justice Search Cancel Issues Vera is committed to: Securing Equal Justice Policing and Community Supporting Immigrants Reaching All Victims Disabilities and Deaf People Racial Bias in Prosecution Ending Mass Incarceration Reducing the Use of Jail Dignity Behind Bars Providing Second Chances Scoping the Problem Strengthening Families and Communities Kids and Young Adults Community and Family Access to Health Care All Issues Work We study problems, pilot solutions, harness the power of evidence, and catalyze public debate Explore Our Research & Analysis Learn About Our Projects Meet Our Experts Blog AboutLearn about our mission, vision, values, and priorities President’s Message Read about the new Vera era from President Nick Turner Board of Trustees Meet the board of trustees People Meet the people behind Vera’s work Centers & Programs Find out about our Centers & Programs Financials View our most recent financial information Search Donate Search Menu Changing Course in the Overdose Crisis Moving from Punishment to Harm Reduction and Health Read New ReportAt a time of unprecedented challenge, we’re fighting for justice reform built on bedrock American values and grounded in action at the state and local level. Vera is committed to Securing Equal Justice Ending Mass Incarceration Strengthening Families and Communities SAFE Network Community Grants RFP The SAFE Network is seeking proposals from grassroots organizations and advocates in support of universal representation. LEARN MORE February 29, 2020 Featured Work Series: Addressing the Overuse of Segregation in U.S. Prisons and Jails Corrections at a Crossroads Ironically, prisons began as 19th century reforms—a movement away from the barbarism of public humiliation, corporal punishment, and executions. Practices like solitary confinement—pioneered at Eastern State Penitentiary and in Auburn Prison’s regime of silent, forced labor—were meant to rehabilitate incarcerated people. They reflected moralistic a ... Blog Post Sebastian Johnson February 24, 2020 Blog Post State of Justice Reform 2019 Special Report January 30, 2020 Special Report There’s a Strong Case for Sticking With Bail Reform The New York law has been on the books for less than a month and already the critics are on the attack. News The New York Times January 24, 2020 News In the News Stop Criminalizing Opioid Drug Users: Report The Crime Report February 27, 2020 Why people are delivering jars of gummy bears to fight mass incarceration across the US USA TODAY February 26, 2020 Klobuchar Ramped Up Prosecutions, Except in Cases Against Police The New York Times February 26, 2020 Harris County Approves Plan For Deportation Defense Fund Houston Public Media February 25, 2020 The proud walk from a prison block to the Cal State L.A. graduation stage CalMatters February 23, 2020 New Report Offers Community-Based Solutions to Epidemic of Overdose Deaths Nationwide Vera Press Release February 21, 2020 Upcoming Events See All Mar 3 Bedlam Details Mar 10 Girls Behind Bars: A Historic Wrong and the Fight to End It Details We envision a society that respects the dignity of every person and safeguards justice for everyone. Learn More About Vera What’s happening in your state’s jails and prisons? Get the latest data by signing up here. E-mail address First Name Last Name › Don’t show this again Vera 34 35th Street Suite 4-2A Brooklyn, NY 11232 T: (212) 334-1300 About Events Careers Blog Newsroom Contact Follow Us Email address First Name Last Name › Subscribe Options All Content © 2020. All Rights Reserved. Terms of Use | GSA Advantage |...