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MISSION, VISION & VALUESMISSION & VISIONThe East Baton Rouge Parish Prison Reform Coalition (EBRPPRC) advances solutions and works collaboratively with criminal justice coalitions to reduce mass incarceration and to uphold the basic human rights of those incarcerated at the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison and their families through education, advocacy, transparency and accountability.In our vision, all citizens of East Baton Rouge Parish live in safe, thriving communities where incarceration is rare and every person has the opportunity to succeed. The East Baton Rouge Parish Prison is a safe and secure environment for both law enforcement and those incarcerated.How EBRPPRC Does Our WorkWe conduct policy research and analysis on issues impacting the criminal and juvenile justice systems feeding into the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison.We draft policy proposals and make recommendations on relevant issue areas concerning the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison.We form effective partnerships with key stakeholders on both sides of the aisle to improve conditions at the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison.We lift the voices of those who are entangled in the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison system, who work in the system, and who are striving to improve the system.We work with East Baton Rouge Parish leadership to advance common goals.We strive to identify East Baton Rouge Parish Prison-specific solutions to address localized needs.We create reports, fact sheets, and other educational materials on areas of needed improvement in the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison.We provide invited and public testimony before legislative committees on relevant issues concerning the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison.We provide helpful resources to community and family members on how to navigate the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison justice systems.We respond to letters from incarcerated individuals seeking assistance, which allows us to identify patterns of systemic practices that must be addressed.We encourage public participation in the legislative process before, during, and after the East Baton Rouge Parish’ and the Louisiana legislative session.We serve as a reliable source for the media on issues related to the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison.What EBRPPRC Does Not DoWe do not provide legal assistance or representation.We do not endorse candidates.We do not endorse specific products, services, or providers.VALUESWe believe that each citizen of East Baton Rouge Parish has inherent worth and can contribute to a vibrant, safe community. The values below further this belief and lie at the heart of our work. They inform our overarching policy goals and shape our daily interactions with community members, advocates, practitioners, East Baton Rouge Parish leaders, and policy-makers.AccountabilityWe believe that a fair justice system is transparent and holds itself accountable to all those it serves.CompassionTrauma, drug abuse, or mental health disorders too often result in justice system involvement. We believe that these issues should be addressed not through incarceration but through compassionate care.DignityWe believe that every individual who is impacted by the justice system deserves to be treated with respect and to have his or her needs addressed with dignity.DiversityEast Baton Rouge Parish is a vibrant community. We value and celebrate each person’s contributions to our social and cultural fabric.EquityWe believe that each citizen of East Baton Rouge Parish should have access to the individualized resources and support needed to live a safe, healthy life.FairnessWe believe that East Baton Rouge Parish will be safer and stronger when the justice system treats every person justly and impartially – regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, age, income, disability, or sexual identity.ForgivenessWe believe that our families and communities can heal and thrive when we support meaningful opportunities for a second chance among those who choose to lead a productive, safe, law-abiding life.InnovationWe believe that East Baton Rouge Parish must continually strive to identify and implement the approaches that increase public safety and address the needs of those entangled in the justice system.JusticeWe believe that justice should not be reserved for the wealthy. The rights of every citizen of East Baton Rouge Parish must be protected, and every crime survivor deserves to have his or her voice heard and needs met.PotentialWe believe that East Baton Rouge Parish will have safer communities and healthier families when all individuals have the resources and opportunities to live up to their fullest potential and are encouraged to express their skills and talents.RespectWe believe that East Baton Rouge Parish must acknowledge the value, potential, and dignity of every person when creating and implementing East Baton Rouge Parish Prison policies and practices that impact our communities and families.
