AJFO Statement of Systemic Racism

AJFO denounces the persistent devaluation of Black lives at the hands of the systemic racism that persists in the criminal legal system. We recognize that there is historical and current systemic racism at every point in the system, including the police, courts, prisons, jails, probation, and parole, as well as in the nonprofit world and community organizations. As we move forward, we are committed to developing and bridging policies and practices that dismantle white supremacy in the criminal legal system to contribute to a racially equitable society.