February 2, 2018 — In late 2017, Glenn E. Martin, the founder and former president of JustLeadershipUSA (JLUSA) informed the Board of Directors that he was facing general allegations of misconduct. The board initiated an independent investigation to ensure that JLUSA provided a safe and appropriate work environment. The investigation resulted in no discovery of wrongdoing at JLUSA. In December 2017, Mr. Martin decided that it would be in the best interest of the organization for him to resign, and the Board of Directors accepted his resignation on December 20, 2017.
In recent days, specific allegations have been raised which, if true, violate JLUSA policies and principles. In light of these allegations, we will thoroughly review our internal systems to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to provide a safe environment and a model organizational culture.
JLUSA strongly condemns abuse and harassment of any kind. People who come forward with allegations of abuse or harassment must be heard and supported. Our organization and the larger movement for criminal justice reform must be committed to challenging and changing the larger culture of patriarchy and sexism in our society that gives license to sexual harassment, abuse, and discrimination.
JLUSA was launched with values we all hold dear — amplifying the voice of disenfranchised communities and furthering the values of equality, fairness, accountability and redemption. As we move forward in light of these troubling accusations, JLUSA must lead with the principles that we call on our justice system to reflect; we must make space for healing for those who have been harmed and for those who have caused harm.
JustLeadershipUSA remains committed to redefining justice in America. JLUSA advocates for a justice system that seeks to prevent harm, holds individuals accountable and promotes healing; rather than a system based solely on punishment and isolation. We believe in transformative justice because we believe change is possible and urgent, even more so now than ever before.
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In our 10th anniversary year, JustLeadershipUSA’s work of educating, elevating, and empowering justice-impacted leaders continues and is growing even stronger!
We are preparing for our very special 10th anniversary gala in New York City on October 21st, and we would love for you to be there with us.
This is going to be a very special time to look back on the past decade of JLUSA’s important work, the 1,600+ leaders we have helped get to the next level in their work, and even more importantly, we will look ahead to the next 10 years and beyond!
We can’t do this without you. We need your support to help us continue to do this work now and into the future. By purchasing a $50 streaming ticket, you are saying to the amazing leaders in our network who represent the 70+ million Americans who have been directly impacted by the criminal legal system, “I see you, and I support you!”
Please plan now to join us in person or give a one-time $100 gift or set up a recurring $10 monthly donation to celebrate JLUSA’s 10th anniversary year, and together we will build a fair and just U.S. Thank you!
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