Criminal Justice Reform
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Safe Communities Grant Supports New Conviction Review Unit
The grant will enable the Conviction Review Unit to hire a paralegal, pay for services such as forensic testing and translation, and cover other expenses.
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2022 Safe Communities Micro Grants
This funding opportunity is designed to support gatherings and activities to address community trauma and promote wellness among Minneapolis youth and adults.
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Kevin Reese
Executive Director of Until We Are All Free, Kevin Reese, talks about his dedication to restorative justice, reimagining the prison system, and the importance of healing from unchecked and generational trauma.
We are committed to dismantling the pervasive racial inequities of our society’s criminal legal system. Explore the ways we are pursuing justice, equity, and healing.
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Scott Hagan
As President of North Central University in Minneapolis, Scott Hagan found himself propelled into the national spotlight last year when the university was asked to host George Floyd’s memorial.
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Eddie Glaude Jr.
As a scholar and author, Eddie Glaude Jr. writes about the complexities of race and the American experience. Chanda and Eddie connected to talk about the intersection of greed and racism and how to prevent burnout while working toward justice.
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The Stark Truth We Face
We have stood at this point before in our history; when we could have moved boldly to a better place, but didn’t do enough to challenge those pushing the lie of victimhood, pointing fingers at others instead of looking in the mirror to face complex truths.
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Michael Vick
Michael Vick’s career has gone through a tremendous rise, fall, and redemption. Today, the former NFL quarterback works hard to show up for his community. Chanda and Michael talk about the actions he’s taking to strengthen prison reform and youth development.
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Free Meek
Tracking Meek Mill’s journey from chart-topping rapper to figurehead for criminal justice reform, this docuseries explores the legal saga that began with his 2007 arrest. Meek’s story makes a powerful case for change, exploring allegations of police corruption, a broken probation system, and more.
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Napheesa Collier and Cheryl Reeve
Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve and player Napheesa Collier sat down with Chanda to talk about how they weave social justice into their games, how they approach making meaningful change, and why it’s important to speak up for those who don’t have a platform.
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Josh Okogie and Ryan Saunders
Former Timberwolves head coach Ryan Saunders and player Josh Okogie connected with Chanda to discuss how sports have shaped their perspectives on racial justice and how they’re using their leadership and platforms for good.
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Supporting Our Community in Pursuing Justice, Healing
We awarded $513,907 in grants to support 40 community-based groups that are using a broad spectrum of approaches to serve Twin Cities residents in the aftermath of George Floyd’s killing in police custody.
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Starsky Wilson
As a pastor, activist, and philanthropist, Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson has a wide range of experience fighting for racial justice. In this episode, Chanda and Starsky process the recent grand jury decision in the Breonna Taylor case.
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Conversations with Chanda unpacks complex topics that matter. Our past guests have experienced wrongful incarceration, lived through the murder of loved ones at the hands of police, and are striving to reform the criminal justice system. We invite you to listen to these real-life perspectives, expand your own knowledge, and become part of the movement for change.
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