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Improving justice in DC through research, policy, education and civic engagement.
Washington, DC
Joined November 2014
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ICYMI: We've moved!.BUT we have added new ways to keep you up-to-date on all of CCE’s latest happenings 📲. Follow CCE on Instagram . Or you can also catch us on Threads . And on Bluesky . Let’s connect!.
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17 Followers • 0 Threads • Improving justice for D.C. through research, policy, education, and civic engagement. See the latest conversations with @ccefordc.
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Join us in wishing our Policy & Education Associate/resident rockstar Aayushma Bastola a happy birthday!👩🎤 Our office fashionista, coffee connoisseur, and go-to resource for the newest and coolest music recommendations, she's also a passionate advocate for justice reform. Enjoy!
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Exciting opportunity from @SmallBizDC 👇. The Aspire Incubator Program will offer a community of cohort-based support, developmental training, and business stipends for up to 20 justice-impacted DC residents. Deadline to apply is next week! More info:.
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The Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD) is excited to announce that we will be accepting applications for the 2025 Aspire Incubator Program starting December 23, 2024.
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Given alarming jail conditions, D.C. must identify and implement ways to reduce the jail population in 2025. See CCE's analysis of D.C. Jail and District crime rates here: (3/3)
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While a sophisticated analysis wasn't possible with available data, recent changes like limiting pre-trial release, changes to policing practices like drug free zones, and rising case processing times due to judicial vacancies all likely played a role. (2/3).
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🧵: DC's increasing jail population.From January 2023 to September 2024, total crime fell 9% and violent crime fell 21%; meanwhile, jail intakes and average daily population both rose by about 33%. Why? (1/3).
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DYK we offer over 20 committees DC residents can join to make meaningful change in the District?. It’s a new year, which means it’s a great time to begin new habits. Consider volunteering your time with CCE! See our opportunities here and get involved:
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Recent WaPo piece on DC's judicial vacancy crisis quotes CCE Exec Director, Misty Thomas Zaleski:.“We remain hopeful that there’s a track record of our process working with a Trump White House,” she said, adding, “We hope that they’ll act with urgency.”.
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Caseloads in the D.C. Superior Court’s civil division have doubled while it operates without about 1 in 7 judges.
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CCE is pleased to be at the Swearing In Ceremony for the members of the DC Council. We look forward to working with its members on oversight and equitable legal system reforms in this coming legislative period. Congrats and welcome @councilofdc!
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2024 is a wrap! And we finished out strong 💪.We’re proud of all we achieved this year. Take a look at everything CCE accomplished in our End-Of-Year Highlights newsletter! .
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Understanding why the jail population has dramatically increased and its consequences, as well as what steps can be taken to safely reduce the jail population, should be a focus of District policymakers in the upcoming year. Read our analysis: (2/2)
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CCE releases brief year-end analysis of the jail population and crime data as 2024 comes to a close
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75% of District residents want to reduce the population at D.C. Jail. Yet, even with falling crime rates, the number of incarcerated residents increased by roughly a third from FY2023 to FY2024. (1/2).
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‘Tis the season . CCE’s Holiday Binge List is here! 🍪.Which of us watched every episode of Nobody Wants This? Who’s jamming out to Chappell Roan? And which staff member is too busy crocheting to care!? See our fave binge-worthy things!. Happy Holidays from all of us at CCE ☃️
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Amazing coverage on our School Jury Education Program in the most recent @StateCourts' podcast "Jury Talk!". Thank you to the Hon. Greg Mize for amplifying our work in the District, especially efforts to develop and engage the next generation of jurors. 👏.
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Improving the jury experience through effective and efficient management that promotes public trust and confidence.
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SCHA & @GWBCC would like to thank panelists William Bumpus (@DOES_DC), Charlie Whitaker (@CareerPathDC) & Paul Winestock, Jr., Business Owner and Returning Citizen, for an info-packed #secondchance hiring webinar last month!.Miss out? Watch it right here:
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Huge thank you to @DCATJComm for its partnership in co-developing this important legislation and to @CMCharlesAllen for sponsoring the bill. (2/2).
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It passed! 🎉 After years in the making, the Strengthening Probate Administration Amendment Act of 2023 was passed by @CouncilofDC today. Once enacted, it will make estate administration more streamlined and accessible to D.C. residents. (1/2)
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Our special End-of-Year Highlights newsletter is coming soon. Are you on our list? .Head on over to the new and improved CCE website, then go to “Get Involved” to sign up for our quarterly emails.
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So honored to join @DC_Courts for the investiture of Chief Judge Milton Lee this afternoon. It is clear that he leads with not only judicial acumen, but also with lots of heart and gratitude. CCE is excited to work together with him and all of our Courts in the years to come.
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