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OUR MISSIONCRIMINAL JUSTICE Tzedek is at the forefront in the battle for back-end prison reform. We have spearheaded legislation that has made a lasting impact for elderly incarcerated individuals, whom we believe have the right to a more humane and compassionate system. We were honored to champion the First Step Act, which established incentivized recidivism reduction programs, job training and educational programs in every BOP facility in the country. As well as many other examples. We believe in a justice system that encourages rehabilitation over punishment, and one that actually helps incarcerated individuals become better people when released to society.ON THE COVID FRONTLINESTimes of crisis demand more of those who serve the needy. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Tzedek spearheaded efforts to protect the safety of inmates and successfully lobbied for the release of those who pose no threats to society. The group also stepped up to assist New York hospitals in obtaining critical medical equipment in short supply.HUMANITARIAN AIDOur work also incorporates aid and advocacy for humanitarian cases all across the globe. This includes people who are persecuted because of their faith, people who are unjustly detained and numerous other examples of humanitarian need. As was widely reported in the media, Tzedek has been privileged to play a key role in rescuing many people from Kabul, Afghanistan since August 2021 — especially women and children.