We are Justice Forward Wisconsin
Founded in 2025 by people who walked out of prison and refused to walk away, Justice Forward Wisconsin aims to become a highly effective force for transformative change, while centering our efforts on those who know the system firsthand.
Our Vision
A Wisconsin that chooses healing over harm, freedom over cages, and leadership from the people closest to the pain.
Amplifying Voices & Creating Leaders
We equip our members for advocacy through in-house workshops designed to train and empower system-impacted voices to enact lasting change.
A Movement Rooted in Community
We foster cross-sector collaboration between our members, legislators, and communities to co-create restorative and equitable solutions for all.
United by Purpose
We leverage the deep connections between formerly incarcerated people and their family members, uniting them with allies and policymakers to advance restorative policy through shared commitment.
Our Core Values
collaborative Action
We unite groups pursuing the same goals, removing silos to forge streamlined, more effective pathways for restorative policy.
strategic Influence
We craft compelling, professional narratives that impact legislation, inform prosecutors, and shift public opinion, turning lived experience into informative advocacy.
The GREEN FLAG
Our logo is a simple green flag, symbolizing one clear message: Go Forward.
It represents forward motion: restorative practices advanced, equitable policies enacted, communities healed, signaling that our criminal legal system is moving in the right direction.
