Equal Justice Initiative

The Equal Justice Initiative (EJI) is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to challenging mass incarceration, excessive punishment, and racial inequality in the United States. Founded by Bryan Stevenson, EJI advocates for justice reform through a range of initiatives aimed at protecting the most vulnerable communities. Their work encompasses various critical areas, including criminal justice reform, addressing wrongful convictions, and challenging the death penalty.

EJI also engages in significant educational efforts, offering resources on historical racial injustices, including lynching, segregation, and the legacy of slavery through its Legacy Museum and National Memorial in Montgomery, Alabama. The organization promotes community remembrance and strives to alleviate poverty through programs addressing hunger and unjust fines. With a commitment to racial justice and basic human rights, EJI serves as a beacon of hope, actively engaging in various public awareness campaigns and projects like the Community Remembrance Project. Their impactful storytelling is further highlighted in the documentary "Just Mercy" and several educational reports available on their platform.