Nazgol Ghandnoosh · [email protected]

February 5, 2024 at 7:04 PM

U.S. Representative Barbara Lee introduces webinar on ending mass incarceration

It's time to end mass incarceration and its racial disparities John,  The Sentencing Project, Berkeley School of Theology, and the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation are co-hosting a webinar examining the progress made in the 21st century in reducing the U.S. prison population and its racial a…

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  Nazgol Ghandnoosh · [email protected]

February 1, 2024 at 3:01 PM

Webinar: Ending mass incarceration and its racial disparities

It's time to end mass incarceration and its racial disparities John, The Sentencing Project, Berkeley School of Theology, and the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation are co-hosting a webinar examining the progress made in the 21st century in reducing the U.S. prison population and its racial an…

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  Kristen Budd · [email protected]

January 30, 2024 at 3:00 PM

New Report: Responding to Crimes of a Sexual Nature

John, Today, The Sentencing Project released a new research brief, “Responding to Crimes of a Sexual Nature: What We Really Want Is No More Victims,” examining misconceptions around crimes of a sexual nature (CSN) that contribute to the rise in imprisonment rates and the lengthening of sentences.…

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  Nazgol Ghandnoosh · [email protected]

January 26, 2024 at 3:01 PM

1 in 5 young Black men expected to be imprisoned

Webinar discusses ending mass incarceration and its racial disparities John, The Sentencing Project, Berkeley School of Theology, and the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation are co-hosting a webinar examining the progress made in the 21st century in reducing the U.S. prison population and its r…

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  Kara Gotsch · [email protected]

January 25, 2024 at 5:08 PM

Honored to be the new Executive Director of The Sentencing Project

John,  I am thrilled and honored to share that The Sentencing Project’s Board of Directors has appointed me Executive Director of the organization.  I am grateful for this opportunity to lead an outstanding criminal legal reform organization that sets the standard for excellence in research and poli…

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  Alexandra Bailey · [email protected]

January 23, 2024 at 3:30 PM

Building Momentum for Sentencing Reform in Louisiana

John,  Louisiana’s share of people serving life without the possibility of parole (LWOP) ranks highest per capita nationally and across the globe, with more than 4,000 Louisianans serving LWOP, according to a new fact sheet released today by The Sentencing Project. My family is originally from Tun…

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  Josh Rovner · [email protected]

January 22, 2024 at 4:00 PM

TOMORROW - Reducing Youth Incarceration: What Works?

Let's prevent the unnecessary incarceration of youth John, Over the past 15 months, The Sentencing Project has published a series of reports* showing why it's important for America's youth justice systems to reduce incarceration and how to safely reduce the number of young people confined.  On Ja…

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  Josh Rovner · [email protected]

January 19, 2024 at 2:31 PM

WEBINAR - Reducing Youth Incarceration: What Works?

Let's prevent the unnecessary incarceration of youth John, Over the past 15 months, The Sentencing Project has published a series of reports* showing why it's important for America's youth justice systems to reduce incarceration and how to safely reduce the number of young people confined.  On Ja…

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  Ashley Nellis · [email protected]

January 17, 2024 at 4:08 PM

Massachusetts First State to Ban Life without Parole for People Under 21

John, Massachusetts has become the first state in the country to categorically ban life without parole sentences for people under 21 years old.   Last week, Massachusetts’s highest court ruled that its ban on life without parole sentences for youth under 18 also applies to “emerging adults,” throu…

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  Nazgol Ghandnoosh · [email protected]

January 16, 2024 at 3:00 PM

New Report: How Mass Incarceration Deepens Inequality and Harms Public Safety

"One in Five" report examines key driver of racial disparity in imprisonment John,  Today, The Sentencing Project released a new report: “One in Five: How Mass Incarceration Deepens Inequality and Harms Public Safety.” This report, the final installment in the “One in Five” series, examines numerous…

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  Josh Rovner · [email protected]

January 11, 2024 at 8:14 PM

WEBINAR - Reducing Youth Incarceration: What Works?

Let's prevent the unnecessary incarceration of youth John, Over the past 15 months, The Sentencing Project has published a series of reports* showing why it's important for America's youth justice systems to reduce incarceration and how to safely reduce the number of young people confined.  On Ja…

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  Jordyn Wilson · [email protected]

January 8, 2024 at 2:30 PM

New Year, Same Fight for Youth Justice!

In 2024, we are excited to continue working alongside our state partners to fight for what’s right for young people. Advocates in states across the country worked hard to defend youth from harmful media rhetoric and “tough on crime” policies proposed against them. In 2024, we are excited to continu…

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  Josh Rovner · [email protected]

January 3, 2024 at 2:45 PM

The Sentencing Project is hiring!

The Sentencing Project is seeking a Youth Justice Campaign Strategist! JOB OPPORTUNITY: YOUTH JUSTICE CAMPAIGN STRATEGISTThe Sentencing Project Washington, DC The Sentencing Project is seeking a Youth Justice Campaign Strategist as an integral member of our team.   Working under the supervision of t…

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  Kara Gotsch, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

January 2, 2024 at 1:55 PM

Thank you, and looking forward to this year

Thank you for standing with us Happy new year, John! I want to start 2024 off with a message of gratitude for YOU.  Community is the only way we can bring about the changes we want in our criminal legal system, and you showed up in a big way! Thank you for fighting for justice for those most affect…

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  Heather Koslov, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 31, 2023 at 9:56 PM

Fwd: John, how long has it been?

Last chance before the year ends Dear John,  I just wanted to make sure you saw this email because there are only a few hours left to make an impact in 2023!  John, I’d love to welcome you into our supporter community today. Will you please donate your first gift to make a meaningful difference in t…

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  Kara Gotsch, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 31, 2023 at 2:55 PM

John, how long has it been?

Your role in the movement Hi Folks-  Whether you just joined our mailing list yesterday or have followed our work since 1986… Whether you give of your time, influence, voice, and financial support… I’m glad that you’re a part of our community.  You play an important role in joining others around th…

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  Heather Koslov, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 30, 2023 at 2:55 PM

⏰ Time is running out

Only 1 day left Dear John, A more just and equitable future depends on the generosity of individuals like you, and there's only 1 day left to make your tax-deductible donation for the year. GIVE NOW Giving today is easy. It takes just a few minutes to help drive tangible, meaningful progress with…

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  Kara Gotsch, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 29, 2023 at 2:55 PM

[Time sensitive] We can't wait another 75 years

Help us reverse the failings of mass incarceration Dear John,  This year, we marked 50 years of unjust practices and failed policies that led to the rise of mass incarceration. Our campaign, 50 Years and a Wake Up, called for the American people to wake up to the devastating consequences of this c…

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

December 28, 2023 at 3:10 PM

2023, A Year of Progress: Expanding Voting Rights Across the Country

2023 is a groundbreaking year for expanding voting rights to justice-impacted individuals John,  In a groundbreaking year for progress on expanding the right to vote to justice-impacted people, states like Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, Texas and Virginia have set an exampl…

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  Nicole Porter, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 22, 2023 at 1:55 PM

Stop excluding 4M+ Americans from our democracy

Guarantee voting rights for all Donate now Donate www.sentencingproject.org The Sentencing Project1705 DeSales St. NW8th FlWashington, DC 20036United States If you believe you received this message in error or wish to no longer receive email from us, please unsubscribe.

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

December 20, 2023 at 3:45 PM

Top Trends in Criminal Justice Reform, 2023

10 states challenged mass incarceration in 2023 John,  The United States is the world leader in incarceration. This year marked 50 years of the mass incarceration crisis, with the prison population having grown nearly 500% since 1973.   Top Trends in Criminal Justice Reform, 2023 describes key chan…

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  Heather Koslov, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 19, 2023 at 1:56 PM

Your impact on our success

Calling for criminal legal reform with your support Dear John,  The Sentencing Project is a bridge organization, uniting work on the ground with overarching policy changes at the national level. With over 350 state and national partners, we are leading the call for criminal legal reform throughout…

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  Warren Allen, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 14, 2023 at 1:56 PM

➡️Give the gift of a second chance this holiday season

#20YearsIsEnough Donate now Donate www.sentencingproject.org The Sentencing Project1705 DeSales St. NW8th FlWashington, DC 20036United States If you believe you received this message in error or wish to no longer receive email from us, please unsubscribe.

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  Josh Rovner · [email protected]

December 12, 2023 at 2:45 PM

Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Youth Incarceration

New fact sheets show state-by-state incarceration rates by race and ethnicity John,  Despite significant drops in youth incarceration over a decade, youth of color remain vastly more likely to be incarcerated than their white peers. New data released today by The Sentencing Project reveal Black yout…

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  The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 11, 2023 at 4:55 PM

[Limited edition] Holiday Ecards

This holiday season, give joy! You can honor someone you love with a gift to The Sentencing Project today. They'll receive an Ecard with your personal message showing how much you care.* Give joy Giving joy is easy.Click here to give a gift of any amountSelect I’d like to make this contribution i…

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  Josh Rovner, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 8, 2023 at 1:55 PM

[Act now] The urgent need to END youth incarceration

Locking up our youth doesn’t make communities safer or stronger. Donate now Donate www.sentencingproject.org The Sentencing Project1705 DeSales St. NW8th FlWashington, DC 20036United States If you believe you received this message in error or wish to no longer receive email from us, please unsub…

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  Nazgol Ghandnoosh · [email protected]

December 7, 2023 at 3:05 PM

New Report: 3 Causes of Racial Inequity in the Criminal Legal System

John,  Today, The Sentencing Project released a new report. “One in Five: Racial Disparity in Imprisonment - Causes and Remedies.” The report examines three causes of racial inequity in the criminal legal system and presents a series of promising reforms from over 50 jurisdictions across the countr…

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  Kara Gotsch, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 5, 2023 at 1:56 PM

3 realities facing The Sentencing Project

From the desk of Kara Gotsch, Acting Executive Director of The Sentencing Project Dear John, As we begin planning for the coming year, I'd like to acknowledge three realities facing The Sentencing Project. Reality #1: Last year, the U.S. prison population grew for the first time in almost a decade…

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  Heather Koslov, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

November 30, 2023 at 10:56 PM

Re: Triple your impact before the match extension ends

Dear John, I wanted to make sure you saw my email below before the match extension deadline runs out.  We need your help to keep fighting for a more fair and effective criminal legal system. Please take a moment to make a contribution that TRIPLES your impact and helps us continue our critical res…

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  Heather Koslov, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

November 30, 2023 at 1:55 PM

Triple your impact before the match extension ends

Just a few hours left Dear John,There are just a few hours left to triple your impact with a donation during this match extension. Until midnight, all gifts will be matched 2:1, up to $25,000, thanks to the generous support of Michael Blake and Barbara Howald, the Randolph Carter Giving Fund…

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  The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

November 29, 2023 at 1:56 PM

Match Extended: Your Impact Tripled for 48 Hours!

Final chance to match your gift Donate www.sentencingproject.org The Sentencing Project1705 DeSales St. NW8th FlWashington, DC 20036United StatesIf you believe you received this message in error or wish to no longer receive email from us, please unsubscribe.

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  Heather Koslov, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

November 29, 2023 at 12:55 AM

Re: We need your support more than ever before

Following up on our last email Hi John,Time is running out, so please take a moment to act now.Your #GivingTuesday triple-matched gift by midnight will ensure that we can counter fear-mongering and misinformation with evidence-based, equitable, and effective public safety recommendations.Your genero…

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  Kara Gotsch, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

November 28, 2023 at 7:55 PM

We need your support more than ever before

Time is of the essence Your Donation Status: PENDINGEmail Address: [email protected] 3X Match: Unclaimed Deadline: MidnightClaim Your Match NowDear John,With the 2024 election around the corner, we need your support more than ever before. Your gift will ensure that we can counter fear-mongering and m…

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  The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

November 28, 2023 at 3:55 PM

#GivingTuesday... what’s in it for you?

Don't miss this opportunity P.S. If you'd like to contact Anthony about speaking engagements, please reply to this email. Donate www.sentencingproject.org The Sentencing Project1705 DeSales St. NW8th FlWashington, DC 20036United States If you believe you received this message in error or wish to…

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  The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

November 28, 2023 at 12:58 PM

TODAY, make 3x the impact

Triple your impact this #GivingTuesday Dear John,  This #GivingTuesday, let's bring hope, compassion, and transformative change together.  We’ve shifted the narrative on crime and punishment, reduced overreliance on incarceration, and offered hope to incarcerated loved ones and their families. But …

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  The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

November 27, 2023 at 1:56 PM

🕒Every second matters 🕒

Now’s your opportunity to act Donate www.sentencingproject.org  The Sentencing Project1705 DeSales St. NW8th FlWashington, DC 20036United States If you believe you received this message in error or wish to no longer receive email from us, please unsubscribe.

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  Kara Gotsch, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

November 22, 2023 at 1:56 PM

Wishing you a wonderful holiday season

Donate Dear John, This holiday season, I’m grateful for community. To me, community includes The Sentencing Project staff, our national, state, and local partners, and everyone who supports an end to mass incarceration.This year has been extremely challenging in many ways – in a way we haven’t …

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  Heather Koslov, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

November 21, 2023 at 1:56 PM

Following Up: Sign the pledge to support facts over fears

Pledge to support facts over fears by making a gift to The Sentencing Project on #GivingTuesday. John, I’m reaching out to follow up on our email from last week. With the 2024 election around the corner, we need your support more than ever before. Your pledge will ensure that we can counter fear-mon…

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  Kara Gotsch, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

November 14, 2023 at 1:55 PM

Sign the pledge to support facts over fears

Pledge to support facts over fears by making a gift to The Sentencing Project on #GivingTuesday. SIGN THE PLEDGE: Stand with us against responses to crime that prey on fear and place punishment above rehabilitation. Dear John, Fifty years into our nation’s failed experiment with mass incarceration,…

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  Richard Mendel · [email protected]

November 9, 2023 at 2:45 PM

New Report: System Reforms to Reduce Youth Incarceration

Proven and promising state and local reforms John,  Today, The Sentencing Project released a new report, “System Reforms to Reduce Youth Incarceration: Why We Must Explore Every Option Before Removing Any Young Person from Home,” which describes reforms that state and local youth justice systems ca…

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  Liz Komar · [email protected]

November 6, 2023 at 6:40 PM

Take action: Keep 3,000+ People From Being Sent Back to Federal Prison

Take action now! Dear John, Over 3000 people who were released from prison and placed in home confinement because of the Covid-19 pandemic are at risk of being sent back to prison because of cruel new legislation. Take three steps today to keep them home.   In March 2020, Congress passed the Corona…

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  Nazgol Ghandnoosh · [email protected]

November 2, 2023 at 2:01 PM

New Report: Racial Disparities in Policing and Crime

New reports examine racial inequity in the criminal legal system. John,  Today, The Sentencing Project released a new report, “One in Five: Disparities in Crime and Policing,” which interrogates the large footprint of policing—particularly of Black Americans—as a failed response to racial disparitie…

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  Alexandra Bailey · [email protected]

October 24, 2023 at 3:53 PM

TOMORROW - WEBINAR: Why are we incarcerating Domestic Violence Survivors?

The Movement for Domestic Violence Survivor Justice Acts John, October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, this is a time to reflect on how the growth of mass incarceration drives the criminalization of survivors of domestic violence. The national proliferation of Domestic Violence Survivor Justi…

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  Alexandra Bailey · [email protected]

October 20, 2023 at 3:15 PM

WEBINAR: Why are we incarcerating Domestic Violence Survivors?

The Movement for Domestic Violence Survivor Justice Acts John, October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, this is a time to reflect on how the growth of mass incarceration drives the criminalization of survivors of domestic violence. The national proliferation of Domestic Violence Survivor Justi…

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

October 18, 2023 at 2:00 PM

New Report: 2M justice-impacted Americans have regained the right to vote since 1997

Since 1997, 26 states and DC have expanded voting rights to people with felony convictions John,   Today, The Sentencing Project released a new report, “Expanding the Vote: State Felony Disenfranchisement Reform,” which provides a state-by-state accounting of the changes to voting rights for people …

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  Alexandra Bailey · [email protected]

October 16, 2023 at 6:57 PM

WEBINAR: Why are we incarcerating Domestic Violence Survivors?

The Movement for Domestic Violence Survivor Justice Acts John, October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, this is a time to reflect on how the growth of mass incarceration drives the criminalization of survivors of domestic violence. The national proliferation of Domestic Violence Survivor Justi…

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

October 13, 2023 at 2:00 PM

New PSA urges Americans to “Wake Up” to 50-year mass incarceration crisis

John,   As 2023 marks 50 years of mass incarceration in America, The Sentencing Project has released a new Public Service Announcement, "50 Years and a Wake Up," that raises awareness about the dire state of the U.S. criminal legal system and the devastating impact of incarceration on communities…

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  Nazgol Ghandnoosh · [email protected]

October 11, 2023 at 2:00 PM

New Report: Imprisonment Rate of Black Men Has Fallen Nearly 50% Since 2000

One in five Black men born in 2001 is likely to experience imprisonment within their lifetime John,  The Sentencing Project released a new report, “One in Five: Ending Racial Inequity in Incarceration,” that presents an overview of trends in incarceration and community supervision. The report ide…

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  Josh Rovner · [email protected]

October 6, 2023 at 4:01 PM

Reflections on Youth Justice: A Path Forward

Our latest commentary discusses the evolution of youth justice policies in the United States and offers valuable insights into the successes and failures of these approaches Dear John,  To mark October as Youth Justice Action Month, The Sentencing Project is releasing a  new commentary, "Youth Jus…

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

October 3, 2023 at 2:00 PM

RSVP: 50 Years of Mass Incarceration Webinar

Learn how you can bring awareness to 50 years of mass incarceration John,  This year, The Sentencing Project and a coalition of advocates, experts, and partners launched a public education campaign, 50 Years and a Wake Up: Ending The Mass Incarceration Crisis In America, designed to raise awareness…

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