On April 24, 2026, young leaders across the country came together to demand action on urgent justice system reforms. Through events on more than 30 college campuses nationwide, they raised their voices, mobilized their peers, and built real momentum behind the Safer Supervision Act — federal legislation to modernize federal supervision, save taxpayer money, and make communities safer. Throughout April, Gen Z Ambassadors activated on campuses across the country — tabling, organizing, and engaging their peers in conversations that mattered. The month culminated on April 24th with a national livestream from 3–4 PM ET, bringing students, advocates, and supporters together for a coordinated moment of action. This is just the beginning. The energy from April 24 is fueling what comes next.
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GEN Z IS THE LARGEST AND MOST DIVERSE VOTING BLOC IN OUR NATION’S HISTORY
Gen Z is leading the charge for a more effective and equitable justice system. In 2023, REFORM Alliance launched the Future Shapers Advisory Council, a dynamic group of young leaders committed to transforming supervision.
It began as a vision shared over dinner, as influential Gen Zers—including Gen Zers with lived experience in the system—joined Michael Rubin and Kim Kardashian for an important discussion about supervision reform. From there, that vision has grown into a powerful nationwide movement. From visiting Lancaster prison to hear firsthand accounts of the system's impact to spearheading a nationwide Gen Z Day of Action, these young activists are rewriting the narrative on justice reform.
They’re also rewriting the story of Gen Z activism in the process. Public opinion polling used to show that Gen Z ranked criminal justice fairly low on its political priorities. But a 2024 survey conducted by REFORM Alliance and the Bullfinch Group found that 72% of Gen Z respondents believe it is crucial for elected officials to support justice reform—with a particular focus on supervision systems. That’s not all: The poll also found that 90% of Gen Zers prioritize public safety and 71% back policies designed to reduce technical violations.
To amplify these voices and capitalize on this momentum, REFORM Alliance's Future Shapers Advisory Council is launching the Future Shapers Network, mobilizing young leaders nationwide to drive meaningful policy changes and inspire others to join our Gen Z movement for a fairer, more effective justice system that prioritizes rehabilitation over punishment.
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The Future Shapers Council
includes influencers, activists, and changemakers from across Gen Z
Quarterback for Houston Texans
Content Creator
Future Shapers Co-Chair
Founder of Climate Cardinals & the youngest advisor to the United Nations in U.S history
Content Creator
Founder of the Social Equity Through Education Alliance
Mental Health Advocate
Quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
Content Creator
Founder of Gen Z For Change
Artist
Future Shapers Co-chair & Gen Z Organizer at REFORM Alliance
This diverse group serves as key advisors to REFORM, helping shape our policy, storytelling, and advocacy campaigns.
But they're more than just advisors. The Future Shapers are also out in their communities, using their platforms to raise awareness, inspire their peers, and mobilize support for real criminal justice reform.
Michael Rubin
dinner
The Council launched at a dinner hosted by REFORM Co-chair Michael Rubin, in partnership with Kim Kardashian, where leaders heard from policy experts and people impacted by our criminal justice and supervision systems.
Lancaster
prison
We also visited Lancaster prison to hear directly from to meet with incarcerated individuals to learn about their experiences with the criminal justice system and identify ways in which the system can better support safety and rehabilitation.
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