2019 ACLU of Wisconsin Summer Justice Institute
July 26, 2019
Beyond the current political debate, Wisconsin’s rising prison population and its racial disparities are issues that have a deep impact on individuals, families, and communities.
Imprisonment is a brutal and costly response to violations or possible violations that traumatizes incarcerated people and hurts families and communities. It should be the last option, not the first. Yet the U.S.
We will be showing the film Blindspotting, followed by a panel discussion on Criminal Justice reform in Wisconsin.
Doors open at 12:30 pm. The film is one hour and 36 minutes and will begin at 1 pm, followed immediately by the panel discussion.
The Smart Justice Blueprint will launch in Milwaukee on Tuesday, April, 30 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Maurf Neighborhood Youth Center, 2110 W Hampton Ave . This event will include a variety of experts, including Sean Wilson, ACLU of Wisconsin Smart Justice Organizer.
Life After Life follows the stories of Harrison, Noel, and Chris as they return home from San Quentin State Prison.
The Justice Tour will explain the ACLU of Wisconsin's Stop and Frisk settlement agreement with the City of Milwaukee.