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Eviction Prevention Gets a Boost in New York

The Eviction Diversion Initiative, which supports tenants at risk of losing their homes, is expanding to more housing courts across the city and state.

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.

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Eviction Prevention Gets a Boost in New York

The Eviction Diversion Initiative, which supports tenants at risk of losing their homes, is expanding to more housing courts across the city and state.

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.

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.

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.

A group of people stand smiling in our Staten Island Justice Center in front of a poster featuring famous Black leaders and historical figures.

Cultivating Care and Community for Black History Month

Check out highlights from our Black History Month celebrations at the Staten Island Justice Center!

Voices of Justice: Twyla Carter on Driving Systemic Change

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

New Leadership for Rikers: What’s Ahead?

Closing Rikers Island is the only way to ensure dignity and safety for all New Yorkers.

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Less Jail, More Safety?

Four findings from our new research on the impact of jail reduction reforms on public safety.

Emily Galvin Almanza speaks into a microphone in a recording studio.

Emily Galvin Almanza on Moving Past Punishment

On our New Thinking podcast, Emily Galvin Almanza talks about the urgent task of transforming the justice system.

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The Do’s and Don’ts of AI in the Criminal Justice System

As artificial intelligence plays a growing role across our institutions, how can we make sure courts and justice systems use it responsibly?

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Beyond Mass Incarceration: 3 Problems and 3 Solutions

Three core problems that stem from excessive incarceration—and practical responses to build a better justice system.

Eviction Prevention Gets a Boost in New York

Inside Literary Prize 2026 Shortlist Announced

The Center and Columbia University Offer Postdoctoral Fellowship

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

Roy Austin Talks AI in the Justice System

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Eviction Prevention Gets a Boost in New York

The Center and Columbia University Offer Postdoctoral Fellowship

Inside Literary Prize 2026 Shortlist Announced

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

Roy Austin Talks AI in the Justice System

Cultivating Care and Community for Black History Month

Voices of Justice: Twyla Carter on Driving Systemic Change

New Leadership for Rikers: What’s Ahead?

Less Jail, More Safety?

Emily Galvin Almanza on Moving Past Punishment

The Do’s and Don’ts of AI in the Criminal Justice System

Beyond Mass Incarceration: 3 Problems and 3 Solutions