Values
Former prosecutors and subject matter experts with decades of experience
Expert analysis of policy, law, and practice
Straightforward and practical resources that promote best practices
Consideration of our impact on individuals and our community throughout the decision making process
Unwavering dedication to just and fair application of the law
Approach
We develop and promote innovative strategies that inspire a paradigm shift from victim-blaming to victim-centered. We also consider the impact the criminal justice process has on victims, their families, and their communities. Ultimately, we strive to achieve case outcomes that hold offenders accountable while taking victims’ experiences and perspectives into account.
We challenge prosecutors and allied professionals to develop and employ offender-focused strategies driven by accurate and unbiased case analyses and thorough understanding of applicable law. Offenders intentionally target victims whom they believe they can assault, smear, and intimidate. Our approach ensures the protection of victims’ rights while focusing on the offenders’ actions, behaviors, characteristics, and intent.
We work jointly with line-level prosecutors and allied professionals to evaluate and refine our resources and curricula to respond to emerging issues and promote promising practices. Our partnerships help systems work collaboratively to provide a coordinated response, allowing more victims to access services and participate in the process, and more offenders to be held accountable – improving safety for communities and victims.