In addition to our Network of participating cities counties, and states, these Partners and Allies offer on-the-ground support and expertise, help communicate the importance of jail reform to the public, share knowledge across the Network, manage our research and analytics, and amplify the successes and findings of the Safety and Justice Challenge.
Association of Prosecuting Attorneys
Association of Prosecuting Attorneys is a forum for the exchange of ideas and knowledge among prosecutors. It is a strategic ally in the Safety and Justice Challenge.
Bennett Midland
Bennett Midland works with organizations to develop and implement new programs and initiatives, solve operational problems, and execute effective management strategies. It provides strategic counsel to the MacArthur Foundation’s criminal justice program.
Center for American Progress
The Center for American Progress is a policy institute dedicated to improving the lives of Americans through bold, progressive ideas, strong leadership, and concerted action. It is a strategic ally in the Safety and Justice Challenge.
Center for Court Innovation
The Center for Court Innovation works to create a fair, effective, and humane justice system through original research and helping launch reforms. It is a site coordinator for cities and counties participating in the Safety and Justice Challenge.
Council of State Governments Justice Center
The Council of State Governments Justice Center provides policy and research expertise to develop strategies that increase public safety and strengthen communities. It is a strategic ally in the Safety and Justice Challenge.
CUNY Institute for State & Local Governance
CUNY Institute for State & Local Governance works with government and non-government organizations to improve systems to produce results that are worthy of public investment and trust. It collects and analyzes data from the Safety and Justice Challenge.
Everyday Democracy
Everyday Democracy supports organizing across the country by bringing diverse groups of people together, helping them create community dialogue, and training them to use a racial equity lens. It provides technical assistance to cities and counties participating in the Safety and Justice Challenge.
Haywood Burns Institute
Haywood Burns Institute works to dismantle structural racism and build community-centered structural well-being. It provides technical assistance to cities and counties participating in the Safety and Justice Challenge.
International Association of Chiefs of Police
The International Association of Chiefs of Police is the world’s largest and most influential professional association for police leaders. It is a strategic ally in the Safety and Justice Challenge.
JFA Institute
The JFA Institute works with government agencies and foundations to evaluate criminal justice practices and design policy solutions. It provides technical assistance to cities and counties participating in the Safety and Justice Challenge.
Justice System Partners
Justice System Partners works justice system stakeholders to identify policy needs and implement practical strategies and solutions. It is a site coordinator for cities and counties participating in the Safety and Justice Challenge.
JustLeadershipUSA
JustLeadershipUSA is dedicated to decarcerating the United States by educating, elevating and empowering the people and communities most impacted by systemic racism. It is a strategic ally in the Safety and Justice Challenge.
National Association of Counties
The National Association of Counties is dedicated to promoting healthy, safe, and vibrant counites across America. It is a strategic ally in the Safety and Justice Challenge.
National Center for State Courts
National Center for State Courts works to promote the rule of law and improve the administration of justice in state courts and courts around the world. It is a strategic ally in the Safety and Justice Challenge.
National Center for Victims of Crime
The National Center for Victims of Crime advocates for victims’ rights, trains professionals who work with victims, and serves as a trusted source of information on victims’ issues. It is a strategic ally in the Safety and Justice Challenge.
National Conference of State Legislatures
The National Conference of State Legislatures works to advance the effectiveness, independence, and integrity of legislatures and to foster cooperation and exchange of information among legislatures. It is a strategic ally in the Safety and Justice Challenge.
National League of Cities
National League of Cities is comprised of city, town, and village leaders that are focused on improving the quality of life for their residents. It is a strategic ally in the Safety and Justice Challenge.
National Legal Aid & Defender Association
The National Legal Aid & Defender Association is devoted to excellence in the delivery of legal services to those who cannot afford counsel. It is a strategic ally in the Safety and Justice Challenge.
Nexus Community Partners
Nexus Community Partners supports strong, equitable, and just communities in which all residents are engaged, are recognized as leaders, and have pathways to opportunities. It provides technical assistance to cities and counties participating in the Safety and Justice Challenge.
Policy Research, Inc.
Policy Research, Inc.’s work focuses on behavioral health services research and technical assistance. It provides technical assistance to cities and counties participating in the Safety and Justice Challenge.
Pretrial Justice Institute
The Pretrial Justice Institute works to advance safe, fair, and effective juvenile and adult pretrial justice practices and policies that honor and protect all people. It coordinates Safety and Justice Challenge convenings and facilitates online information-sharing among Network participants.
R Street Institute
R Street Institute engages in policy research and outreach to promote free markets and limited, effective government. It is a strategic ally in the Safety and Justice Challenge.
Right on Crime
Right on Crime promotes conservative solutions for reducing crime, restoring victims, reforming offenders, and lowering taxpayer costs. It is a strategic ally in the Safety and Justice Challenge.
The Justice Management Institute
The Justice Management Institute works collaboratively with justice professionals to shape systems that are responsive, outcome-driven, fairer, more equitable, and more efficient. It is a site coordinator for cities and counties participating in the Safety and Justice Challenge.
Urban Institute
The Urban Institute works to ensure that everyone–regardless of income, race or ethnicity, education, or zip code –has the chance to achieve their highest potential. It coordinates Safety and Justice Challenge Innovation Grants and produces case studies that document the work underway.
Vera Institute of Justice
Vera Institute of Justice works to build and improve justice systems that ensure fairness, promote safety, and strengthen communities. It is a site coordinator for cities and counties participating in the Safety and Justice Challenge.