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Lawmakers Discuss Ways to Make Clearing a Criminal Record Easier
Many ‘clean slate’ programs automatically seal arrest and conviction records after people have completed their sentences and remained crime-free.

How "second chance" laws could transform the US justice system
How "second chance" laws could transform the US justice system.

John Legend knows the obstacles of life after prison. He wants you to know them too
John Legend speaks on the obstacles of life after prison.

Statement on the Introduction of the Clean Slate Act of 2023
On Thursday, April 27, 2023, the Clean Slate Act and the Fresh Start Act were introduced in U.S. House of Representatives with bipartisan sponsorship.

We All Deserve Redemption
Sheena Meade describes the necessity to care about second chances for people living with records.

Clean Slate Initiative Aims To Automatically Clear Records For 14 Million
Clean Slate Initiative Aims To Automatically Clear Records For 14 Million

Breathing deep and embracing humanity's full potential: Notes on Session 7 of TED2023
Second chance advocate, and 2023 Audacious Project grantee Sheena Meade speaks at Session 7 of TED2023

The Audacious Project Announces Game-Changing Grants Totaling $1 Billion
The Audacious Project Announces Game-Changing Grants Totaling $1 Billion

Michigan Implements Historic "Clean Slate" Law, Giving Fresh Start to 1 Million Michiganders
“The work of Clean Slate Michigan partners has inspired other states around the country to ensure working people have a meaningful chance at building a better life for themselves and their families,” said Sheena Meade, CEO of The Clean Slate Initiative.