Fair Chance Criminal Justice Project

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Time is running out! May 8 is when most bills must pass through their original chambers and be introduced in the other chamber. A bill must cross over to remain viable for the remainder of the legislative session. Take action with us for second chances! ncjustice.org/help-us-pass-s…

Join us and @ncsecondchance for Advocacy Day in Raleigh on May 6th, 2025! Register at bit.ly/2025NCSCAAdvoc…

Join us for a virtual Action Hour on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at noon to reach out to your state lawmakers and show your support for second-chance legislation: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

The US has the highest incarceration rate of any independent democracy on Earth – and its system of mass incarceration is plagued with human rights violations. We're calling for a just & equal world and stand with those fighting for freedom. #HumanRightsDay

🌍 Today is #HumanRightsDay! Join us in Charlotte at 4:30 PM to demand federal heat safety standards that protect workers from extreme heat. Your voice matters—be part of the fight for justice! #HeatSafety #WorkersRights #NCAdvocates

The 5th annual Vigil for Freedom and Racial Justice launches today, as the fight for freedom and racial justice continues. Join us every day this month as we stand in solidarity with the 30,000 mostly Black and Brown people incarcerated in NC’s prisons. ncjustice.org/5th-vigil-for-…

This #Thanksgiving, we reject the NC felony drug SNAP ban. It's time to end this harmful policy, which worsens food insecurity. There is no reason to block someone's ability to put food on the table this holiday season.  Learn more: ncjustice.org/felony-snap-ba…

Governor Cooper commuted six sentences and issued two pardons of innocence this week, reaffirming the value of second chances. @NC_Governor should continue using his clemency powers to address the inequities in our justice system. governor.nc.gov/news/press-rel…

@RAPPcampaign is hosting an interfaith roundtable on parole justice, join us Dec 12 at 6pm as we work to break down the harmful narratives of the carceral system. Register here: bit.ly/FAITH4PAROLE

The NC Justice Center is among several organizations asking @NCCorrection for decarceration in North Carolina following #HurricaneHelene. Four prisons have been shut down in Western North Carolina, leading to inhumane overcrowding across the state. emancipatenc.org/wp-content/upl…

We want to hear about the other pages in your life! Those moments that define who you are beyond any arrest or conviction record. Get involved with our work towards #ChangingTheNarrative by sharing a video that highlights your journey, achievements & more. cleanslateinitiative.org/activate/share…

7/7 Don’t miss out on this opportunity to get the assistance you need. Apply online or in person starting October 18! Spread the word to those who may benefit. ncdhhs.gov/divisions/chil… #DisasterSNAP #FoodSecurity #NCRelief

6/7 @ncjustice remains committed to improving access to food assistance for people living in North Carolina. Our efforts include advocating for NC to change its statewide law to remove the bans to food assistance for people with certain drug-related felony convictions.

If you or someone you know has been impacted by Hurricane Helene and has a past drug-related felony, you might now be eligible for food assistance. Recent changes from @ncdhhs have made it easier to access benefits. 1/7🧵 ncdhhs.gov/divisions/chil… #HurricaneHelene #DSNAP #SNAP

For folks in WNC looking for assistance or others who want to pitch in, we've compiled a list of resources. We'll keep it updated as we learn more from our partners and folks on the ground. ncjustice.org/helene/