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Creaghan Harry: Pioneering Change with the My Godparents Program

Creaghan Harry, co-founder of the Racial Justice Reform Movement, is a dedicated advocate for judicial equality and reform in the United States. His latest initiative, the My Godparents Program, focuses on providing consistent and lifelong mentorship to at-risk urban youth across various communities, including Black, Brown, White, and Latino children. This program aims to address the critical need for stable adult figures in the lives of young people affected by socio-economic challenges. The inspiration for the My Godparents Program comes from Creaghan’s extensive work with vulnerable populations. His time volunteering at the Overtown Youth Center in Miami revealed the devastating effects of poverty and the absence of adult guidance on children’s futures. He identified common issues faced by youth entering the criminal justice system—such as severe poverty, lack of father figures, early involvement in petty crimes, and ensuing legal troubles. Understanding these patterns, Creaghan hig...

Creaghan Harry and Racial Justice Reform: Pioneering Change for Systemic Equity

Creaghan Harry, the founder and editor of Racial Justice Reform (RJR), has established himself as a leading advocate in the battle against systemic racial and judicial inequities in the United States. As the country’s fastest-growing racial equity organization, Racial Justice Reform is dedicated to addressing and correcting the injustices faced by marginalized communities, with a particular focus on Black and Latino populations within the criminal justice system. Mission of Racial Justice Reform Racial Justice Reform is driven by a mission to reform laws that disproportionately impact minority communities, resulting in alarmingly high incarceration rates. The organization focuses on challenging mandatory minimum sentences and sentence enhancements that lead to excessively long prison terms for non-violent offenses, particularly drug-related crimes. These laws contribute to ongoing cycles of poverty and fatherlessness, especially within urban settings. Creaghan Harry has been a strong c...

Creaghan Harry and Racial Justice Reform: Pioneering Change in the Fight for Racial and Judicial Equity

Creaghan Harry, the founder and editor of Racial Justice Reform (RJR), has emerged as a leading figure in the battle against systemic racial and judicial inequities in the United States. As the fastest-growing racial equity organization in the country, Racial Justice Reform is dedicated to addressing and correcting the injustices faced by marginalized communities, with a particular focus on Black and Latino populations within the criminal justice system. Mission of Racial Justice Reform Racial Justice Reform is committed to overhauling laws that disproportionately affect minority groups, resulting in excessively high incarceration rates. The organization focuses on challenging mandatory minimum sentences and sentence enhancements that lead to disproportionately long sentences for non-violent offenses, especially drug-related crimes. These laws contribute to a persistent cycle of poverty and fatherlessness, particularly within urban communities. Creaghan Harry has been vocal about the d...