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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · 21h

Reminder: The Art of Healing Justice Exhibit is now open at Golden Belt Campus in Durham and it's free to visit October–December. ✨ Have you visited already? Let us know what you think!

Join us on Nov 13 for Healing Justice’s 10th Anniversary Celebration & Fundraiser. ➡️ tinyurl.com/Nov132025event

Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · 8d

Today marks the 12th annual Wrongful Conviction Day. Wrongful convictions don’t just harm the innocent—they also deeply impact survivors, families, and entire communities. More than 37,000 people have been harmed by these systemic injustices.

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · 8d

The PCRC is now live! 💻 Hear from an Advisory Committee member about why this resource matters. This platform is designed to provide victims and survivors of crime with necessary information and support.

🔗 Explore the new website for more resources: www.pcrc-survivors.org

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · 15d

On the National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims, we honor lives lost to violence and stand with their loved ones. 🧡

At Healing Justice, we center the experiences of murder victim family members and the full impact of trauma, harm, and injustice.

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · 18d

Meet Jahaan Shaheed, one of the attorneys behind our new PCRC. A former federal public defender and survivor of violence, she brings empathy and expertise to help victims and survivors navigate post-conviction activity. We’re deeply grateful for her commitment to advancing justice and equity.

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · 21d

Last month’s retreat with crime survivors reminded us of the power of coming together—to heal, to connect, and to strengthen community. 💛 As we look ahead, we hold these moments close and continue building toward justice grounded in healing.

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · 23d

It’s National Voter Registration Day 🗳️ Your vote matters, especially down-ballot. Elect leaders who prioritize the needs of survivors and the integrity of convictions. Check your status at vote.gov.

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · 28d

Your guide to supporting victims and survivors is here!

Watch our walkthrough of the EmpowerKit and get started today. This kit is designed to provide emotional health and wellness tools for victims and survivors of crime.

📥 Access it online now: pcrc-survivors.org/empowerkit

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · 29d

At #NTI2025, Healing Justice’s Clare Exley & Brittany Shefter introduced the Post Conviction Resource Center—a hub supporting survivors with resources & trauma-informed advocates. They shared challenges survivors face post-conviction and best practices for survivor-centered support. 🧡

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · Sep 8

The damage from wrongful convictions extends to survivors, families, and communities.

This is the fifth post in our state series, focusing on Pennsylvania and those affected by these injustices.

📣 Stay with us as we continue to share impacts from across the country.

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · Sep 2

Healing. Connection. Community. ✨ From August 14–17, we came together in Virginia with crime survivors and families of murder victims for a weekend that reminded us of the power of sharing and support. Here's a look back at the memories we made.

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · Aug 21

The damage from wrongful convictions extends to survivors, families, and communities.

This is the third post in our state series, focusing on Michigan and those affected by these injustices.

📣 Stay with us as we continue to share impacts from across the country.

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · Aug 18

Happy Monday! 💚 Cornel West reminds us that justice is rooted in love. Let’s keep showing up for each other, for survivors, and for justice—today and every day. How will you make a difference this week?

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · Aug 13

Healing Justice recently joined Lake County State’s Attorney’s Office for a training on centering victims and survivors in post-conviction work. 📣 We shared trauma-informed practices and heard powerful firsthand experiences. Thank you to Lake County for having us!

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · Aug 11

Our restorative justice program offers a space for those directly impacted by wrongful convictions to come together, share their truths, and begin repairing harm. 💛

Learn more: healingjusticeproject.org/restorative-...

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · Aug 8

Wrongful convictions impact entire communities—not just the individual accused.

In every state, survivors, victims, and loved ones are left without answers, healing, or support. Our new series highlights the human impact of exonerations across the country, starting with Illinois.

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · Aug 6

Join us in wishing a very happy birthday to our amazing Executive Director, Katie! 🎉 We’re so grateful for her leadership, heart, and commitment to the work. We hope your day is filled with joy and love!

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · Aug 4

Happy Monday! This week, we're guided by the words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. He reminds us that forgiveness is a daily practice and a way to create space for healing and love. Choosing it every day is part of the work. 💚 How are you practicing forgiveness this week?

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · Aug 1

Looking for support after a wrongful conviction? You’re not alone. 💚

Our trained peer supporters offer emotional support and guidance grounded in lived experience, mutual respect, and shared healing. Learn more or get connected: healingjusticeproject.org/individual-p...

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · Jul 30

Nearly 250 advocates from around the world joined our session at the 2025 NOVA Training Event! 💛

Big thanks to all who attended Brittany & Claire’s presentation on post-conviction support for survivors. Grateful to share space with so many dedicated leaders.

Learn more: healingjusticeproject.org

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · Jul 28

Our Summer Staff Book Rec Series continues! 🌞 Jennifer recommends "I feel bad about my neck and other thoughts on being a woman" by Nora Ephron: "Nora Ephron's book was such a fun read and reminds me about why aging as a woman can be challenging, scary but also (for me) freeing."

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · Jul 25

Become a part of the 2025 Giving Circle! 🌟

With a gift of $25/month or a one-time donation of $250 or more, you can help drive change and support Healing Justice’s mission to bring healing and equity to those affected by wrongful convictions and systemic injustice: healingjusticeproject.org/donate

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · Jul 21

Join us in congratulating our founder, Jennifer Thompson, on being named a 2025–2027 William C. Friday Fellow! 🎉

This prestigious fellowship unites leaders working to bridge divides across North Carolina. We’re so proud of Jennifer for being recognized for her vision and leadership.

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · Jul 17

Our Summer Staff Book Rec Series continues! 🌞 Claire recommends "Four Pounds of Pressure" by Danielle Leukam: "It is gut-wrenching, compassionate, and deeply courageous." What are you reading this summer?

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Healing Justice @healingjustice.bsky.social · Jul 17

📣 Healing Justice’s Brittany and Claire are presenting at NOVA’s virtual Annual Training Event soon!

Their session, “Empowering Victims and Survivors Through the Post-Conviction Resource Center,” focuses on post-conviction support. RSVP: trynova.org/events/nova-...

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