REFORM Alliance

For some, it's the fear of a simple trip to the grocery store. For others, it's missing moments with family that they'll never get back. In September, advocates from across the country joined REFORM Alliance on Capitol Hill to share their stories with lawmakers and discuss the need for changes to federal supervision. For Judith Negron (@jcnegron28) it's living with the fear that an everyday activity could lead to a supervision violation. For Duke Tanner (@dukegotlife) it's being unable to spread his parents' ashes because of supervision restrictions. For Danielle Daneshjou, it's thinking about her 74-year-old father, who is incarcerated, and wanting his future supervision conditions to reflect his individual circumstances and needs. Each came to Washington, D.C., to share why the Safer Supervision Act matters to them. The proposed legislation would require individualized supervision conditions and streamline pathways to early termination for people who meet certain requirements. 🔗 Learn more about the Safer Supervision Act and how to get involved. ow.ly/BOPy5106wFA

Thank you, Senator Fetterman (@SenFettermanPA), for signing on as a co-sponsor of the Safer Supervision Act. REFORM has helped pass bipartisan laws across the country, including transformative probation reforms in Pennsylvania. The Safer Supervision Act would build on that progress by bringing smart-on-crime, evidence-based reforms to the federal system. Learn more: safersupervision.com

“My son is more than the worst chapter of his life.” For NJ Assemblywoman Shanique Speight, the need for supervision reform is personal. Like so many families, she understands that accountability and second chances can go hand in hand. New Jersey lawmakers recently voted to advance the Substance Abuse Accountability & Recovery Act (SAARA), legislation that would prioritize recovery by expanding access to treatment, strengthen due process protections, and create clearer pathways off supervision for eligible individuals. 📣 This is an important step forward, but the work isn't done. 🔗 Learn more about the legislation and stay updated on the bill’s progress. ow.ly/Y3Ym5105vHo

More than 819,000 women are on probation or parole nationwide. Miseka Diggs saw the challenges of supervision up close in New Jersey. She witnessed women sent back to prison for battling addiction or not having stable housing, even when they faced no new charges. Instead of getting the help they needed to move forward, they were incarcerated again. New Jersey has an opportunity to change that through the Substance Abuse Accountability and Recovery Act (SAARA), which would strengthen accountability, expand access to treatment and community-based support, and create clearer pathways to ending supervision for people who are doing well. 🔗 Learn more about our work in New Jersey and join us in building a better supervision system lnkd.in/gYVuxs6d

What happens when people from across the country bring their stories straight to the halls of Congress? 🎤 Busloads of advocates, officers, and people directly impacted by supervision traveled to Capitol Hill with one shared goal: advancing the Safer Supervision Act. The bipartisan Safer Supervision Act aims to make federal supervision more safe and effective by streamlining pathways for early termination for those who meet the criteria and have demonstrated lasting rehabilitation , reducing unnecessary barriers that block work and wellbeing, and helping people move forward with their lives. Behind every policy is a person. Behind every push for change are people willing to share their experiences to help lawmakers understand what's at stake. Learn more about the Safer Supervision Act and get involved ow.ly/4T4Y5104aZn

Stories have the power to move policy. More than a dozen coalition members testified in support of #SAARA at the New Jersey Assembly Judiciary Committee hearing, where lawmakers voted to advance the bill. Their stories and expertise put real people and families at the center of the conversation, making a powerful case for a supervision system rooted in accountability, recovery, and community-based support. We're grateful to everyone who showed up, spoke out, and shared their experiences. Your voices helped move SAARA one step closer to becoming law. Have you or someone you love been impacted by supervision? We want to hear your story. Share your experience in the comments or send us a DM. Your voice can help shape what comes next.

🗳️If you’re on supervision, you may still have the right to vote. Too many people on supervision are left in the dark. They’re unsure of the rules, they’ve lost trust in the system, and they are overlooked by voter outreach. That keeps eligible voters on supervision from casting a ballot. Voting rules are different in every state, so check your state’s rules at ow.ly/A54S5103nAz. Know someone on supervision? Send this to them. 💛 🔗 Check your eligibility and get registered.

A lack of transportation shouldn’t stand in the way of building a career. Thank you @Complex for shining a light on our partnership with @Uber. Through our Work Matters initiative, Uber has funded 450 rides connecting people on probation and parole in Pennsylvania and Virginia to job training and career opportunities. Together, we’re helping people learn a trade, gain access to life-changing careers, support their families, and build a future beyond supervision. There’s much more ahead!

🗳️Voting rights for people on supervision have been changing, and a lot of people never got the memo. That’s part of the problem. When nobody tells you the rules have changed, it’s easy to assume you still can’t vote. Swipe through to see what’s changed 👉 🔗Rules are different in every state. Check your eligibility at the link in bio. Know someone on supervision? Send this to them. 💛 📊 Source: The Sentencing Project, 2025

“Not everybody wants to see us fail. There are folks actually rooting for us out there.” When Jonathan came home from prison, he wasn't sure where to start. Having been incarcerated at a young age, he had little job experience and struggled to find a path toward a stable career. Then he learned about REFORM Alliance's Work Matters program. But transportation was a major concern, and getting to training was another barrier to overcome. Through REFORM's partnership with @Uber Jonathan received rides that helped him get to class, build new skills, and gain the confidence to pursue a career in the skilled trades. Today, thanks to the work of the Richmond Building and Construction Trades Council, Jonathan is an apprentice with a local Pipefitters Union, building a future he once wasn't sure was possible. 🎥 Watch Jonathan's story and see how Uber x REFORM is breaking down barriers to opportunity for people rebuilding their lives after prison. 🔗 Read more about the partnership here. ow.ly/n1HI5101Mcg

When Alan came home from prison, everything had changed. Rebuilding his life meant navigating probation meetings, job interviews, and new opportunities. But as Alan put it, “getting there was half the battle.” Without reliable transportation, even the smallest steps toward stability can feel out of reach. That's where Uber x REFORM came in. Through REFORM Alliance's Work Matters program, Uber-funded rides helped Alan get to skilled-trades training, build new skills, and take the next step toward a career. Today, Alan is an apprentice with the Sheet Metal Workers Union, building a future on his own terms. 🎥 Watch Alan's story and learn how Uber x REFORM is breaking down transportation barriers and driving second chances. 🔗 Read more at the link in bio

Probation. Parole. Supervision. You've heard the terms, but do you know what they actually mean? 🤔 We put attendees at the United Justice Coalition Summit to the test to see how well they know the supervision system. These terms affect millions of Americans, but they're often misunderstood. Understanding how the system works is the first step toward understanding why reform matters. 👀 Follow along as we break down the terms, explain how supervision works, and unpack what you need to know (Link in bio). #UJC2026

The United Justice Coalition Summit brought together many advocates, changemakers, and leaders from across the country to discuss the future of justice reform. At REFORM Alliance, we're focused on a critical and often overlooked part of the justice system: supervision. Our work connects people directly impacted by the system, policymakers, and bipartisan allies to pass laws that create more pathways to opportunity. A huge thank you to Team Roc and the United Justice Coalition for amplifying so many voices and creating space for these important conversations! The work doesn't stop here. Become a REFORMER and be part of what's next. (Link in bio).

Last week, the New Jersey  Assembly Judiciary Committee heard powerful testimony from moms, advocates, service providers, and people who have lived through the system. Their message was clear: accountability and treatment go hand in hand and a smarter approach to supervision can help people get back on track while strengthening public safety. A major shoutout to more than a dozen coalition partners who joined us in Trenton, representing a statewide effort that now includes 50+ organizations and more than 2,500 petition signers committed to prioritizing treatment over incarceration. There's much more work to do. Stay informed on progress in New Jersey. Become a REFORMer at the link in bio.

We’re in Trenton to testify for @SSpeight4NJ SAARA supervision reform bill, with more than a dozen coalition partners showing support. Tune in: 10 a.m. ET, Assembly Judiciary Committee. njleg.state.nj.us/live-proce…

With the midterms approaching and our 2027 legislative agenda taking shape, the REFORM team took a few days to reconnect and prepare for what’s ahead. Our state organizers shared lessons from the field. Our leadership team laid out a vision for the year ahead. And together, we took time to reflect on what brought us to this work. For many on our team, this mission is personal. They’ve experienced the justice system firsthand or through someone they love. Those experiences help shape our priorities and keep us focused on what change needs to look like in people’s lives. The retreat was also a chance to recognize the people who give so much to this mission every day. To our team: thank you for the passion you bring to this work and the way you show up for one another. Join us. Become a REFORMer: ow.ly/baYU50ZXI3W