Justice Policy Institute closed in 2025. Thank you for 28 years of advancing justice reform. This page remains up for informational purposes.

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After nearly 30 years of advancing bold, people-centered reforms, JPI will sunset operations by August 15, 2025. The work continues—with our partners and communities. Justice doesn’t end here. Read more: justicepolicy.org/press/just… #JusticeDoesntEndHere #CriminalJusticeReform
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Today, on our last day of operations, we are proud to share with you all that JPI has accomplished over the last 8 months in our 2025 Annual Report. justicepolicy.org/wp-content…
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In 2011, JPI released a report titled "Due South: Looking to the South for Criminal Justice Innovations." The report dives into strategies Southern states are using to improve outcomes from their formerly and currently incarcerated residents. justicepolicy.org/wp-content…

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In 2025, JPI released a report titled "Justice by Geography: Improving Pretrial Electronic Monitoring in Maryland." The report critically examines electronic monitoring and offers suggestions for improvement. justicepolicy.org/wp-content…

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In 2007, JPI released a report titled "The Dangers of Detention: The Impact of Incarcerating Youth in Detention and Other Secure Facilities." The report highlights the growing dangers of youth incarceration. justicepolicy.org/wp-content…

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In 2016, JPI released a report titled "Improving Approaches to Serving Young Adults in the Justice System." The report surveyed informed stakeholders on how to best support emerging adults. justicepolicy.org/wp-content…

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In 2013, JPI released a coffee table book titled "Incarceration Generation." The book contains a collection of essays that highlight the flaws in the criminal justice system that lead to mass incarceration. justicepolicy.org/wp-content…

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In 2023, JPI released a short documentary titled "Don't Abandon Us: Addressing Youth, Crime, and Trauma." The documentary highlights the lived experience of two individuals who were incarcerated for decades following convictions in their youth. youtu.be/fScEI0LIG5M
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In 2018, JPI released a report titled "The Ungers, 5 Years and Counting." The report advocates for reducing long prison terms which would in turn save taxpayer dollars. The report laid the groundwork for the Incarceration Reduction Amendment Act in DC. ow.ly/Tmsj50WzER0

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‼️LAST CHANCE‼️ Don't forget to register for JPI's virtual press conference TODAY at 11am to celebrate our new report: "Unlocking Virginia's Workforce: The Economic Case for Higher Education in Prison." Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…

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‼️ Reminder to register for JPI's virtual press conference at 11am on Thursday, July 31 to celebrate the release of our new report: "Unlocking Virginia's Workforce: The Economic Case for Higher Education in Prison." Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…

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Happy #DisabilityPrideMonth ✨💪🏾💪🏼! Did you know that jails have far higher disability rates than prisons?
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Happy #DisabilityPrideMonth ✨💪🏾💪🏼! Did you know that 40% of people incarcerated in America have chronic health conditions?
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Happy #DisabilityPrideMonth ✨💪🏾💪🏼! Did you know that 15% of people incarcerated on state prisons have symptoms of psychosis such as delusions or hallucinations?
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Happy #DisabilityPrideMonth ✨💪🏾💪🏼! Did you know that 7% of people incarcerated in America report that they are blind or have low-vision that cannot be corrected by glasses?
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Happy #DisabilityPrideMonth ✨💪🏾💪🏼! Did you know that 6% of people incarcerated in America report that they are deaf or low-hearing?
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