The Innocence Project is a non-profit legal clinic affiliated with the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law at Yeshiva University and created by Barry C. Scheck and Peter J. Neufeld in 1992. The project is a national litigation and public policy organization dedicated to exonerating wrongfully convicted people through DNA testing and reforming the criminal justice system to prevent future injustice.

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Innocence Project

Innocence Project's headquarters in New York, NY, United States

Christina Swarns

Bhavan K. Sodhi

Jaime S. Henderson

Glinda Cooper

Justin Chan

M. Chris Fabricant

Kaleena Aviles

Joe Donato

Corinne Padavano

Joseph Thompson

Jessica Rawlins Smith

Fiona Guthrie

The Legal and Advocacy Team at the Innocence Project is dedicated to exonerating wrongfully convicted individuals through legal representation, policy research, and advocacy for criminal justice reform. This diverse group of attorneys, analysts, and support staff collaborates to evaluate cases, manage intake processes, analyze forensic science, and engage with state policymakers to influence legislation that prevents future injustices. Their collective efforts aim to ensure that the voices of the wrongfully convicted are heard and that systemic changes are pursued to protect all individuals within the justice system.

Legal and Advocacy Team

The Human Resources and Talent Management Team at the Innocence Project is responsible for attracting, developing, and retaining a highly skilled workforce committed to the organization's mission. They manage recruitment, employee relations, benefits, and organizational development, ensuring a supportive and inclusive workplace culture. Additionally, they coordinate events and engagement initiatives to foster team cohesion and enhance employee satisfaction.

Human Resources and Talent Management Team

The Fundraising and Development Team at the Innocence Project is responsible for generating financial support to further the organization's mission of exonerating wrongfully convicted individuals. This team cultivates relationships with donors, coordinates digital fundraising campaigns, manages grant applications, and ensures effective stewardship of contributions. By leveraging data and strategic outreach, they work to secure resources necessary for litigation and criminal justice reform initiatives.

Fundraising and Development Team

The Program and Operations Team at the Innocence Project is responsible for overseeing the implementation and management of programs that support the organization's mission to exonerate wrongfully convicted individuals. This team coordinates various initiatives, ensures operational efficiency, develops training and resources, and fosters collaboration with stakeholders, ultimately enhancing the organization’s capacity to reform the criminal justice system and advocate for systemic change.

Program and Operations Team

The Communications and Marketing Team at the Innocence Project is responsible for crafting and disseminating the organization's messaging to raise public awareness about wrongful convictions and the need for criminal justice reform. They develop strategic marketing initiatives, coordinate media outreach, and create compelling content to engage supporters, drive advocacy, and enhance the organization’s brand presence, ultimately contributing to the mission of exonerating the innocent and educating the public.

Communications and Marketing Team

The Finance and Accounting Team at the Innocence Project ensures the organization's financial health and sustainability by managing budgets, overseeing financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. They play a critical role in supporting fundraising efforts and resource allocation, enabling the organization to effectively pursue its mission of exonerating wrongfully convicted individuals and advocating for systemic reform in the criminal justice system.

Innocence Project

Org chart

Teams

Legal and Advocacy Team

Human Resources and Talent Management Team

Fundraising and Development Team

Program and Operations Team

Communications and Marketing Team

Finance and Accounting Team

Offices

Innocence Project

Org chart

Teams

Legal and Advocacy Team

Human Resources and Talent Management Team

Fundraising and Development Team

Program and Operations Team

Communications and Marketing Team

Finance and Accounting Team

Offices

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