Vera Institute Justice Jobs

Who we are. The Vera Institute of Justice is powered by hundreds of advocates, researchers, and policy experts working to transform the criminal legal and immigration systems until they're fair for all. Founded in 1961 to advocate for alternatives to money bail in New York City, Vera is now a national organization that partners with impacted communities and government leaders for change. We develop just, antiracist solutions so that money doesn't...

About the team. The Vera Tech Department acts as both a. strategic. partner and service provider for the Institute. As a strategic partner, we collaborate with teams to extend the use of collaborative technology tools into their daily work. As a service provider, we ensure the stability and security of. the. infra. structure and provide professional support to all its users. . About the role. The. intern. will. work. hand in hand with. Vera. Tech...

About the team. Redefining Public Safety (RPS) Initiative aims to create a paradigm shift in how public safety is defined and achieved in the United States by helping build and sustain community-centered solutions and discontinuing harmful policies in our current enforcement-centered systems. Using empirical research, technical assistance, and policy expertise, the RPS team is working to achieve. . Building and institutionalizing public safety in...

About the team. The Communications and External Affairs Department inspires people to. take action. by sharing stories and evidence-based solutions that center the voices and experiences of people. impacted. by the criminal legal and immigration systems using editorial, digital, media, creative, and external affairs strategies. The team promotes Vera’s mission, coordinates messaging across all areas of work, and develops campaigns to help shift t...

About the role. The Restoring Promise high school intern will support the Designed for Dignity project on research and technical assistance efforts. The purpose of the position is to expose the intern to a variety of different responsibilities and tasks associated with justice reform work, as well as general exposure to working in a large organization. The intern will be given key opportunities to develop skills in technical assistance, critical ...