Equal Justice USA
Erica Washington is a seasoned legal professional with a focus on restorative justice and civil rights. Currently serving as a Senior Restorative Justice Strategist at Equal Justice USA, Erica develops restorative justice diversion programs nationwide and advises on organizing and policy development. Prior to this role, Erica was a Senior Program Specialist at Impact Justice, where support was provided to counties in launching restorative justice initiatives. Erica's experience also includes serving as a Staff Attorney at the Center for Death Penalty Litigation, supporting inmates on death row, and working as a Paralegal at the Washington Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs. Erica's legal journey began with internships at AARP: Legal Counsel for the Elderly, Rubin, Winston, Diercks, Harris & Cooke, L.L.P., and Thompson, Cobb, Bazilio & Associates. Erica holds a Juris Doctor from New York University School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Virginia.
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Equal Justice USA
Equal Justice USA (EJUSA) is a national organization working to transform the justice system to one that heals and restores lives. We imagine a justice system that is the solution instead of the problem, and we believe that we won’t get there solely by dismantling the parts of our justice system that are broken. We must also strengthen and scale the elements that work and build the system we want in its place: one that prevents violence, heals trauma, helps people harmed by crime to rebuild their lives, creates genuine accountability instead of mass incarceration, and treats everyone fairly and equitably in the process. Our work includes ending the death penalty, strengthening programs that help crime survivors address trauma and rebuild their lives, and promoting trauma-informed responses to violence that can save lives and help heal communities. We partner with state and local organizations to provide grassroots leaders with the training, leadership development, and support they need to win campaigns and have lasting impact. For more information, visit: http://ejusa.org