Philadelphia Lawyers for Social Equity

Just five people are empowered to make critical recommendations to Pennsylvania’s governor about which incarcerated people deserve a second chance — and which don’t. Despite this critical function, the state’s Board of Pardons operates with limited transparency. That’s why Spotlight PA is giving the public easy access to 25 years’ worth of information about how the panel votes on commutation requests. Read more:?https://lnkd.in/ewRr9mhD

Join us April 10 for an impactful evening of networking, meaningful conversations, and fundraising as we come together to support Philadelphia Lawyers for Social Equity and honor award-winning filmmaker Shuja Moore. The evening will be a great opportunity to connect with your peers, get more involved in our city, and be inspired to create a more equitable future. Reserve your spot: https://lnkd.in/eZGZacwG

We would like to take a moment to thank Comcast, the title sponsor of PLSE and Partners: Connect, Converse, and Contribute! Their unwavering support strengthens Philadelphia Lawyers for Social Equity’s mission to advance justice and fairness for those impacted by the criminal legal system. Comcast’s commitment to equity and second chances helps drive meaningful change, ensuring that legal and economic opportunities are accessible to all. We’re grateful for their partnership in the fight for social justice. Register today to join us April 10: https://lnkd.in/eZGZacwG

Looking for ways to connect with fellow lawyers in Philadelphia? Feeling called to get more involved in our city? Want to be inspired by comprehensive efforts to create a more equitable future? Join us April 10 for an impactful evening of networking, meaningful conversations, and fundraising as we come together to support?Philadelphia Lawyers for Social Equity?and honor award-winning filmmaker Shuja Moore. The evening will feature remarks from our new Executive Director, Taylor Pacheco, Shuja Moore, and more. Register today:?https://lnkd.in/eZGZacwG

Have a look at PLSE’s February newsletter for Board of Pardons staff kudos, Pardon Project updates, recognition for the Office of Reentry Partnerships and State Rep. Danilo Burgos, team spotlight, a call to action for Governor Shapiro, and an invite to PLSE’s April 10 fundraiser.

Congratulations from PLSE to the Philadelphians recognized as Black TrailBlazers by City & State PA for their work in politics, policy, justice reform, and more!

Reminder: Our offices are closed today and will remain closed through Monday. We look forward to returning to the office and working with our clients and partners on Tuesday, February 18.

PLSE Offices will be closed this Friday, February 14, so we can join in the celebration of our Super Bowl Champions. Go Birds! Our offices will remain closed through Monday in observance of Presidents’ Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, February 18.

Hope to see you tomorrow from 11 AM - 2 PM for a record clearing clinic that we’re hosting with Office of Reentry Partnerships and State Representative Danilo Burgos at Lighthouse Community Center (141 W Somerset St, Philadelphia, PA 19133).

Join us Saturday, February 8 from 11 AM - 2 PM for a record clearing clinic that we’re hosting with Office of Reentry Partnerships and State Representative Danilo Burgos at Lighthouse Community Center (141 W Somerset St, Philadelphia, PA 19133).