Our GOSO Transformer of the Month series continues, recognizing individuals from our community who are working to create a more equitable and vibrant world. We
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April 2021 Dignity Download Issue
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Statement from Dr. Jocelynne Rainey on Duante Wright Shooting
STATEMENT FROM DR. JOCELYNNE RAINEY ON THE KILLING OF DAUNTE WRIGHT (APRIL 11, 2021) As an organization working with young men of color who encounter the
Supporting Children with Incarcerated Parents
Supporting Children with Incarcerated Parents — April Message from Dr. Jocelynne Rainey, GOSO President & CEO During our recent forum with New York City
GOSO Justice Transformer of the Month: Trevor Smith
Our GOSO Justice Transformer of the Month series continues, recognizing individuals from our community who are working to create a more equitable and vibrant world.
Minimum Sentences: One-Size-Fits-All Justice Is Injustice
One of the reasons Black and brown people in America experience incarceration more than any other nation is because of mandatory sentencing. In the latter half of the 20th century, a get-tough-on-crime mindset captured the American psyche and resulted in over-the-top legislation, such as the 1994 Crime Bill.
The 45,000 Consequences of Justice Involvement That Keep People Trapped in Poverty
This is the third week of Criminal Justice Month and here’s a tragic fact: In the U.S., boys born into poverty are 20x more likely
Creating New Pathways Through Restorative Justice and Alternatives to Incarceration
We are now in the second week of Criminal Justice Awareness Month. Among the many conversations we’re having, one question that consistently comes up is,
Learning Disabilities Shouldn’t Be A Crime: The School-to-Prison Pipeline
Criminal Justice Month is well underway, and we believe this is a time to amplify our voice around the issues and strategic ways to partner
GOSO Justice Transformer of the Month: Cameron Rogers
Justice Transformer: Cameron Rogers Our new GOSO Justice Transformer of the Month series continues, recognizing individuals from our community who are working to create a