Vera Institute of Justice is a non-profit organization dedicated to ending mass incarceration and the criminalization of marginalized communities, including people of color, immigrants, and those experiencing poverty. They focus on advancing reforms in the criminal legal and immigration systems, enhancing dignity behind bars, investing in communities, and addressing racial disparities. Through research, testing, and scaling innovative solutions, Vera collaborates with researchers, organizers, and government leaders to create evidence-based strategies that aim for transformative change and the restoration of communities.