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Inside Literary Prize 2026 Shortlist Announced

Hundreds of incarcerated judges will select winner of the nation's first major book prize decided exclusively by people in prison.

The Center and Columbia University Offer Postdoctoral Fellowship

This postdoctoral fellowship will focus primarily on forensic assessment with an opportunity to provide psychotherapy to people returning from incarceration.

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As AI Shapes the Future, Courts Can Learn from the Past

AI is already shaping the justice system. How can we make sure these technologies are used to make that system more, not less, human?

Roy Austin Talks AI in the Justice System

Roy Austin, Jr., director of the Howard Law Artificial Intelligence Initiative, joined our New Thinking podcast to talk about the promise and perils of AI in the justice system.

Voices of Justice: Twyla Carter on Driving Systemic Change

A conversation with Twyla Carter, Attorney-in-Chief and CEO of The Legal Aid Society.

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Stand With Survivors

Since the beginning of the pandemic lockdown, rates of reported domestic violence incidents have spiked across the nation.

Communities fight COVID-19: 160,000 masks and supplies delivered

You have long witnessed the stark and systemic inequalities that left communities of color more vulnerable to COVID-19.

The Inequities of an Uncertain School Year

COVID-19’s toll has been immense—in human lives, in harm to communities, and in its impact on people’s livelihoods.

5 Ways to Protect Your Digital Identity when Learning Remotely

No Justice Without Racial Justice

In a summer of protest and pandemic, the longstanding injustices faced by Black and Brown Americans have become clearer to more people than ever.

‘Gotta Make Your Own Heaven’: Guns, Safety, and the Edge of Adulthood in New York City

Widespread experiences of violence and the fear of police—our research uncovers why some young New Yorkers carry guns.

All Eyes On Us: A Report on Youth Social Media and Surveillance

Youth are misinformed about how their social media is monitored and made vulnerable to unfair consequences.

Working through COVID-19 at Newark Community Solutions

Newark Community Solutions remains connected to the court, community partners, and participants.

NY’s Amended Bail Law—Here’s What the Changes Mean

We’ve crunched the numbers on the effects of New York’s revised bail law.

You’re Invited | Arts to Reimagine the System

Join us to learn how investing in the arts allows communities to thrive.

Students Win NPR Podcast Award

Out of thousands of entries, our kids have won NPR’s student podcast competition.

Our Commitment to Anti-Racism

We grieve the death of George Floyd and of all those who have been killed or victimized by police.