Gratitude looks a little different for us. It looks like victims of crime being centered in conversations that have historically ignored them. It looks like prosecutors willing to hear uncomfortable truths. It looks like advocates and partners pushing for better. We’re deeply grateful.

A new California study is flipping that script by surveying survivors who have participated in parole hearings for someone who harmed them or their loved one. The study asks what support they needed, what they didn’t get, and what could prevent future harm.

What if justice and healing aren’t separate but two sides of the same coin? Led by our Survivor Center Director, Robyn Sordelett, this training will dig into trauma-informed strategies for engaging survivors while honoring each survivor’s own definition of healing. RSVP: https://bit.ly/3XOB7dR

Restorative justice fosters connection, dignity, and real choice, leading to more satisfying outcomes and genuine healing. Every step toward this alternative path is a step toward restoring hope and autonomy for those impacted. #NationalRestorativeJusticeWeek

We brought survivors and prosecutors together to learn how the criminal legal system can do better in supporting the needs and healing of victims of crime. Survivors are too often spoken for. This discussion flipped the script. Survivors led the conversation. Prosecutors showed up to listen.

Tomorrow: discover how a data-driven approach to prosecution changed everything in Charleston County. The Ninth Circuit Solicitor’s Office, in partnership with Justice Innovation Lab, cut jail time, reduced recidivism, and saved over $400,000 in taxpayer dollars. https://bit.ly/3JTCW5U

DA Sherry Boston reminds us that being victim-centered doesn’t always look the same. Sometimes it means stepping back from prosecution and sometimes it means moving forward even when it’s hard. True justice meets people where they are, not where the system expects them to be.

In Charleston County, a new process led to faster resolutions, less jail time, reduced recidivism, and huge taxpayers savings. Find out how Justice Innovation Lab and the Ninth Circuit Solicitor’s Office turned evidence into impact: https://bit.ly/3JTCW5U

Survivors don’t need spokespeople. They need a seat at the table. Join us as we explore what it means to move beyond symbolic inclusion and actually center survivors in shaping the future of public safety. Register now! https://prosecutorsalliance.org/event/beyond-the-headlines/

When we center survivors, we transform justice. True reform means humanizing everyone involved, both survivors and those who’ve caused harm. Because healing, repair, and accountability are only possible when we move beyond “us vs. them.” #SurvivorCenteredJustice #JusticeReform #RestorativeJustice

Preventing police violence begins with listening to those who have lived through its devastating impact. In 2020, Sean Monterrosa was shot and killed by police while unarmed. His sisters, Michelle & Ashley, have since turned their grief into action by calling for accountability and reform.

Survivors are asking for something different: healing, not just punishment. Arlington County CA Parisa Dehghani-Tafti explains how her office is leading with restorative justice, even in serious cases like hate crimes and homicides. #RestorativeJustice

Participating in Arnold Ventures' BRIDGE Day, our own Cristine DeBerry spoke about the Make It Right program, a restorative justice approach for young people that has led to significantly lower recidivism rates compared to traditional prosecution. Approaches like this make our communities safer.

October is #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth, but the reality of intimate partner violence extends far beyond these 31 days. As headlines and soundbites fill the news cycle, let's stay focused on what really matters: the lived experiences of survivors in all our communities. #DVAM

We’re stepping inside prison walls to listen, learn, and build a justice system rooted in accountability and healing. Our visits create space for real dialogue between prosecutors, victim advocates, and incarcerated people. Thanks to the San Quentin News for inviting us in and covering our visit.

On World Mental Health Day, we stand with those facing mental health challenges, especially within the justice system. Too often, people are met with punishment instead of support. We're fighting for a system that recognizes mental health, provides real care, and treats every person with dignity.

Join us for a webinar on the Crossover Youth Practice Model (CYPM), a nationally adopted framework designed to align systems, improve collaboration, and support better outcomes for youth. 10.22.25 12 PM PT/3 PM ET Registration link: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Justice happens with community involvement. Real change comes when those most impacted have a seat at the table. #AccessToJustice #CommunityLedSolutions #JusticeReform #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

Join USC Law Professor Thomas D. Lyon and Boulder Chief Trial Deputy Adrian VanNice for a webinar on how to effectively and ethically prepare child victims and witnesses for court. Learn about best-practice interviewing methods and how to support child witnesses while meeting evidentiary needs.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Every survivor deserves safety, dignity, & justice. We stand with survivors, amplify their voices, and work toward a world free from abuse. #EndDomesticViolence #DomesticViolenceAwareness #DVAM

Join Casey Ballinger – who developed the nation’s first post-conviction victim advocacy program – for an important training on strengthening survivor-centered care after sentencing. You'll come away with practical advocacy strategies to support survivors. Register👇 us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Under District Attorney Diana Becton’s leadership, C&H Sugar has agreed to a major settlement after emissions violations impacted residents in Crockett. Her office secured stronger compliance measures, upgrades to the plant, and new tools like a 24‑hr community hotline to prevent future harm.

Our recent visit to California Medical Facility reminded us why we do this work. We met men committed to change and actively engaged in rehabilitation. Want to see it for yourself? Join a future visit with us and be part of building a justice system that believes in redemption.

Prosecutors like Norfolk Commonwealth’s Attorney Ramin Fatehi aren’t driven by ideology – they’re driven by data, evidence, and results. They know that justice must be grounded in what truly works to keep communities safe. #JusticeReform #EvidenceBased #SmartOnCrime

Prosecutors have the opportunity to move beyond outdated approaches and embrace strategies that truly keep communities safe. We’re here to support them every step of the way. #JusticeReform

Meet Steven Hensley, our new Larsen Justice Fellow joining our team for the coming year! Steven knows the justice system from both sides. At 17, he began a five-year prison term. Today, he’s a 2025 J.D. graduate of Berkeley Law, recognized with the Chancellor’s Award for Public Service.

Too often, Black girls are treated as less innocent and more adult than their white peers. Join us for our next training to unpack adultification bias, its impact, and solutions: https://prosecutorsalliance.org/event/adultification-bias-understanding-its-impact-on-black-girls-in-the-justice-system/

Please note that there will not be a Survivor Center training in September! Starting in October, our Survivor Center trainings will use individual Zoom links for registration rather than a recurring link so you will need to register each month.

For too long, justice in America has often depended on race, wealth, or connections – not fairness. Prosecutors like Ramin Fatehi are working to change that by exposing the system’s failures, addressing wrongful convictions, and showing their work. Rebuilding trust is how we keep communities safe.

What happens when we stop asking, “What’s wrong with this child?” and start asking, “What does this child need?” Programs like Girls Court and organizations like the @youngwomenfree.bsky.social are showing what’s possible when we treat justice-involved youth with care, dignity, and respect.

What does the pursuit of justice really look like behind the scenes? Join us NEXT WEDNESDAY (8/13) for a special rebroadcast of our ethics CLE training with nationally renowned prosecutor Linda Dunikoski, who led the prosecution in the Ahmaud Arbery case.

Locking people up doesn’t solve the root causes of crime. As Norfolk Commonwealth's Attorney Ramin Fatehi reminds us, real public safety comes from investments in good jobs, strong schools, accessible health care, mental health support, and thriving communities. #PublicSafety #CrimePrevention

Join us for Supporting LGBTQ+ Survivors with Dr. M. Colleen McDaniel of It’s On Us. Learn about the impact of sexual/domestic violence on LGBTQ+ communities and how to offer informed, affirming support. 📅 Register now: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #LGBTQSupport #SurvivorAdvocacy

Proponents of Prop 36 said rising crime justified harsher punishments. 📊 Newly released data shows that narrative was simply not true. In 2024, before Prop 36 even went into effect, California had the lowest property crime rate in 59 years. We need smart policies that invest in communities!

True justice isn’t just a verdict—it’s accountability. It means taking responsibility for harm, not just declaring guilt. Many survivors don’t find closure in a guilty verdict. We must ask: What does real justice look like? And how do we support healing? #AccountabilityAndJustice #VictimCentered

AI is coming to prosecution — whether we’re ready or not. Let’s talk about what that means and how you can adapt. Join our next Third Thursday training with NYU professor & researcher Alex Chohlas-Wood. prosecutorsalliance.org/event/genera... #CriminalJusticeReform

Looking forward to this opportunity with our friends at @prosalliance.bsky.social to explore the latest science on youth brain development and what it reveals about adolescent decision-making, impulse control, and capacity for change prosecutorsalliance.org/event/scienc...

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Every high-profile case raises tough questions about ethics, power & justice. Join Linda Dunikoski (lead prosecutor in the Ahmaud Arbery case) for an inside look & key lessons for prosecutors. 📅 July 10 | 12pm PT / 3pm ET 🔗 Register: prosecutorsalliance.org/event/inters... #Justice #Prosecution

"It's amazing how much impact what we decide to do can have on lives." Douglas County DA Dalia Racine shares her path to prosecution, a journey driven by impact, courage, and community. #ProsecutorLife #WomenInLaw #CareerJourney #CriminalJusticeReform #JusticeInAction #LawAndImpact

What does it really mean to support survivors in ways that honor their autonomy and prevent retraumatization? Join us on July 1 for an informative training, led by our very own Robyn Sordelett, where we’ll move from understanding harm to actively supporting healing.

Gun violence is one of the greatest threats to public safety and we cannot prosecute our way out of it. We have to work upstream to prevent it. We’re committed to advancing solutions that go beyond punishment. We stand with communities calling for lasting change. #NationalGunViolenceAwarenessMonth

Pride is more than a celebration. It’s a call to action. We believe in building a system where safety, dignity, and equity are non-negotiable. That means confronting bias, protecting LGBTQ+ victims, and ensuring accountability without harm.

What happens when prosecutors step inside the system, not to prosecute, but to listen? Through our prison visits, prosecutors are building empathy, confronting the human cost of incarceration, and reimagining what justice could look like. Learn more at prosecutorsalliance.org/prison-visits.

To all the victim advocates: THANK YOU. This #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth and all year long, we stand in gratitude for the tireless, often invisible work you do every day. You walk alongside people in their most painful moments, fight for justice, and help rebuild lives. We see you. We honor you.

Good news about crime? After historic crime increases starting in 2020, America is now seeing one of the steepest drops in murder and violent crime on record. Chicago just had its safest April since 1962. Yet you won’t hear much about it, good news rarely makes headlines. #CrimeStats #PublicSafety

Too often, our system defaults to the harshest option — instead of the most effective one. That realization led to the creation of Prosecutors Alliance — a growing community of prosecutors committed to safety, justice, and real accountability.

When justice systems fail so many survivors, we have to ask: what are we really offering in the name of healing and safety? Bass Wolf speaks on the need to reimagine justice and not just reform it. Community-based advocacy offers us a path forward rooted in kinship, creativity & accountability.

Looking to make a difference as a prosecutor or victim advocate? Check out our website for some amazing job opportunities in prosecutors' offices across the country, including: 📍 Augusta, GA 📍 Charlottesville, VA 📍 DeKalb County, GA 📍 Portsmouth, VA prosecutorsalliance.org/employment-o...