Clemency is Racial Justice.

ClemencyWorks is our national campaign that advocates for transformative justice through state and federal clemency. At the heart of ClemencyWorks is a compassionate, determined effort to urge the President and state governors across the country to commute sentences of incarcerated women whose cases clearly highlight systemic inequities and excessive punishment within our criminal justice system.

Specifically, our campaign seeks clemency for women who:

• Have served disproportionate or excessively long sentences compared to the nature of their offenses;

• Were survivors of domestic violence or abuse whose actions were directly linked to their victimization;

• Are elderly, ill, or facing serious health conditions, where continued incarceration undermines basic human dignity;

• Have demonstrated exceptional rehabilitation, educational advancement, and positive contributions during their incarceration, clearly showing their readiness to rejoin society;

• Have faced racial or socioeconomic bias, leading to overly punitive sentences that reflect systemic injustices.

Through ClemencyWorks, we amplify the voices of these women, humanize their experiences, and foster a national dialogue around fairness, compassion, and second chances. We believe clemency is more than an act of mercy—it is a powerful tool for justice and societal healing.