It's time to invest in the things that help communities thrive.

The U.S. criminal justice system has failed countless people, families, and communities —particularly communities of color. Issues like overpolicing, reliance on pretrial detention, and harsh sentencing have caused ongoing harm, separating families and pushing them deeper into poverty, stagnating local economies, and causing stigmatization that follows people long after their release from incarceration. That’s why Vera is committed to not only shrinking and transforming the criminal justice system, but also to investing in evidence-based solutions that help communities thrive.

To ensure everyone’s safety and well-being, our communities need better health care, schools, housing, drug treatment programs, and other social services. Vera is working hand-in-hand with advocates, experts, impacted people, and policymakers to research and implement approaches in these areas and others. Together, we’ll ensure that every community can thrive.

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