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  January 06, 2022 The Fortune Society

  The Fortune Society Statement on Governor Kathy Hochul’s State of the State 2022: A New Era for New York

  The Fortune Society issued the following statement concerning criminal justice reforms announced by New York State Governor Kathy Hochul during her 2022 State of the State address today

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  December 15, 2021 Statement from The Fortune Society

  Statement on the Failure to Pass the Fair Chance for Housing Act

  On Dec. 15, 2021 the New York City Council failed to bring Intro #2047, the Fair Chance for Housing Act, to a vote.

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  June 30, 2021

  Stanley Richards’ appointment as First Deputy Commissioner of the NYC Department of Correction brings The Fortune Society great pride

  Stanley Richards’ appointment as First Deputy Commissioner of the NYC Department of Correction brings The Fortune Society great pride.

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  September 06, 2018 New York City Council Chambers

  Testimony: Sexual Abuse and Harassment in NYC Jails

  My name is Kandra Clark. At 33 years old, I am a survivor of domestic violence, sexual abuse, PTSD, substance use, prolonged incarceration, and neglected mental health needs. Since age 15, I spent a decade cycling in and out of the legal system, battling substance use, and experiencing homelessness, all while suffering from untreated trauma and mental health needs.

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  September 07, 2017 Statement from The Fortune Society

  In the Fight to #DefendDACA

  We stand with the young people who are now at risk due to the Trump Administration’s shameful September 5 announcement that it will end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, and with all immigrants who face deportation.

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