Dr. Sydney McKinney
NBWJI Issues Statement on Breonna Taylor and George Floyd
NBWJI released this statement in response to the tragic deaths of Breonna Taylor, George Floyd, and Ahmaud Arbery and the civil unrest sweep
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Lift Our Voices
The “Lift Our Voices” blog features analysis and opinion from NBWJI’s experts on the latest issues and news.
Dr. Sydney McKinney
May 30, 20202 min read
NBWJI Calls For The Release Of Women And Girls In Prisons
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Black Women’s Justice Institute is calling for the release of women and girls from prison
NBWJI Staff
May 22, 20203 min read
Meet NBWJI’s New Executive Director, Dr. Sydney McKinney
A seasoned leader and expert in child welfare and justice system reform, Dr. McKinney shares what excites her most about this role and her v
NBWJI Staff
Jan 15, 20193 min read
Schools Can Become Safe Spaces For Black Girls To Learn, Heal And Thrive
NBWJI President Uplifts FreedomWork to Protect Black Girls in Newly Released TED Talk Today, the National Black Women’s Justice Institute...
Ava Montgomery
Nov 17, 20172 min read
OVW and NBWJI Building Compassion and Capacity to End Gender Based Violence
The Office of Violence Against Women and NBWJI are building the capacity of TA Providers who serve African American/African Diaspora communi
Monique W. Morris, Ed.D.
Nov 17, 20173 min read
Why Black Women & Black Girls?
People often ask me what inspires me. Why do I fight so hard for Black women and Black girls in the juvenile court and criminal legal system
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