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Despite Reforms, Racial Disparities in Jail Admissions Getting Worse Since 2016

John Jay College’s Data Collaborative for Justice Finds Black People were Incarcerated 11.6 Times More than White People in 2021 Recent policy reforms aimed at reducing the disproportionate...

Womxn’s History Month: Honoring Our 2023 Heroines

In celebration of Womxn’s History Month 2023, members of our community are recognizing the many exceptional women within our Bloodhound family. These “John Jay Heroines” lead by example, promoting...

Did 'Raise The Age' Lead to More Juvenile Violent Crime?

Report from John Jay College Research & Evaluation Center Says the Answer is No The share of violent crimes committed by people under 18 has generally gone down in New York City since the Raise...

Celebrating the Accomplishments of Our 2023 Malcolm/King Award Winners

Civil Rights icon Malcolm X once said, “Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.” This year’s Malcolm/King Award winners embody that spirit in...

Professor Henry Pontell Honored with Bruce Smith, Sr. Award from the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences

Distinguished Professor Henry N. Pontell will receive the 2023 Bruce Smith, Sr. Award for his academic contributions to criminal justice at the annual conference of the Academy of Criminal Justice...