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Nuevos datos y visualizaciones destacan la dependencia de los estados del encarcelamiento excesivo
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This article was originally published by Prison Policy Initiative as “New data and visualizations spotlight states’ reliance on excessive jailing,” authored by Emily Widra One out of every three people behind bars is being held in a local jail, yet jails get almost none of the attention that prisons do. In 2017, we published an…
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Foro de candidatos a sheriff del condado de Washtenaw
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The League of Women Voters of Washtenaw County & The Dispute Resolution Center Present Washtenaw County Sheriff, Democratic Primary Candidate Forum Candidate forum May 8, 2024 for the August 6 Democratic Primary Election, Washtenaw County Sheriff. IN PERSON at Washtenaw County Learning Resource Center4135 Washtenaw Ave Ann Arbor Michigan 48108See map: Google Maps Moderated by the DRC’s Executive…
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Foro sobre la Ley de Derechos Electorales de MI el 15 de abril de 2024
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Únase a la Secretaria de Estado, Jocelyn Benson, a los senadores estatales Moss, Camilleri, Chang y Geiss el lunes 15 de abril de 2024 a las 5:30 p.m. para un Foro Comunitario sobre la Ley de Derecho al Voto de Michigan que se llevará a cabo en la Iglesia Presbiteriana Calvary de Detroit, ubicada en 19125 Greenview Ave, Detroit 48219. ¡Ven y apoya! ¡Espero verte allí!
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Sobreacusados y condenados en exceso
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Many individuals face disproportionately harsh sentences, often due to systemic biases and inequities in our legal system. “Overcharged Over Convicted” aims to shed light on this critical issue by exploring the root causes of overcharging and over-sentencing, and their consequences for our communities. Together, let’s examine potential solutions for reform. Date: April 27, 2024 Time:…
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Datos recientes ofrecen una instantánea detallada del costo del contacto familiar en las cárceles locales.
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This article was originally published by Prison Policy Initiative as “Recent data offer a detailed snapshot of the cost of family contact in local jails,” authored by Wanda Bertram How many jails have eliminated in-person visits? How much of a kickback does your average jail get from its telecom providers? How common are tablets in…
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Publicación del informe del año 3 de Clean Slate: 11 de abril de 2024
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This post Clean Slate Year 3 Report Released – April 11, 2024 appeared first on Safe & Just Michigan. Safe & Just Michigan’s report, “Clean Slate Year 3: The First Year of Automatic Expungements — Looking Back and Looking Ahead,” outlines both the successes and challenges encountered since Clean Slate became a reality in Michigan.…
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Liberando la narrativa: construyendo comunidades seguras para todos
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Join us for a presentation by Insha Rahman, Vice President for Advocacy and Partnerships at the Vera Institute of Justice and Director of Vera Action where she’ll discuss insights in national and Michigan research on crime and safety messaging. Discover effective strategies to shape the narrative, and beat tired “tough on crime” opposition with proven…
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Elecciones especiales de abril: votación anticipada en marcha
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From our friends at Promote the Vote Michigan: It’s April! And the 2024 Special Election for House Districts 13 and 25 is fast approaching! Here are some reminders for voters in House Districts 13 and 25: Starting April 2 through 8 p.m. on Election Day (April 16), you must register to vote in person at…
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Nación afuera: Alerta de acción sobre vivienda, no obstáculos
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April is Fair Housing Month and as part of Nation Outside’s continuing Housing Not Hurdles campaign we NEED your voices for two critical opportunities to make a difference and be HEARD. Monday April 8, 2024 – Lansing The Lansing City Council Meeting will be on Monday, April 8th from 7-9pm at Lansing City Hall 124…
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Mes de la Segunda Oportunidad: Ferias GRATUITAS de eliminación de antecedentes penales
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April is Second Chances Month, and while Clean Slate legislation offers hope to many of those impacted by the legal system in Michigan, for too many people a further barrier remains – Cost. Filing fees and other costs can total $100, putting a fresh start out of reach for many system-impacted people. Those who have…
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Visitas de la Oficina Legislativa de marzo de 2024 para poner fin al JLWOP
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The post Office visits to end JLWOP appeared first on Safe & Just Michigan. On March 5 and 6, 2024, a team of representatives from Safe & Just Michigan and the Campaign for the Fair Sentencing of Youth visited Michigan state representatives and senators to urge them to resume action on our bills to end…
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Debates sobre creación de poder en la comunidad de aprendizaje a nivel estatal
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The post Statewide Learning Community Power Building Discussions first appeared on Michigan Collaborative to End Mass Incarceration. Are you an organizer or practitioner championing community-based public safety solutions such as alternative emergency response, violence intervention, or police accountability? If so, our upcoming coffee hour session in April will further explore our recent conversation on power…
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