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Shaping the Future of Reform
Gen Z is the largest and most diverse voting bloc in our nation’s history.
Contrary to popular belief, Gen Z is not only invested in criminal justice reform—they're leading the charge for a more effective and equitable system. In 2023, REFORM Alliance launched the Future Shapers Advisory Council, a dynamic group of young leaders committed to transforming probation and parole. What began as a vision shared over dinner with REFORM Co-chair Michael Rubin and impacted and influential Gen Zers has evolved into a powerful 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.
Recent data shatters misconceptions about Gen Z's engagement with criminal justice issues. While initial Pew Research suggested criminal justice reform ranked low on Gen Z's priority list, a new nationwide survey conducted by REFORM Alliance and The Bullfinch Group reveals a starkly different reality. An overwhelming 72% of Gen Z respondents consider it crucial for their elected officials to support criminal justice reform, with a particular focus on modernizing probation and parole systems. This generation isn't just paying attention—they're demanding action. A striking 90% prioritize public safety, while 71% back policies aimed at reducing technical violations and modernizing supervision. Furthermore, 64% of Gen Z voters are more likely to support presidential candidates advocating for system modernization, including probation and parole reforms.
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 GenZ movement for a fairer, more effective justice system that prioritizes rehabilitation over punishment.
See our full press release here. View the entirety of the poll here.
The Future Shapers Council
includes influencers, activists, and changemakers from across Gen Z
CJ Stroud
Quarterback for Houston Texans
Charli D'Amelio
Content Creator
Hannah Jackson
Future Shapers Co-Chair
Sophia Kianni
Founder of Climate Cardinals & the youngest advisor to the United Nations in U.S history
Dixie D'Amelio
Content Creator
Zander Moricz
Founder of the Social Equity Through Education Alliance
Jack Wright
Mental Health Advocate
Bryce Young
Quarterback for the Carolina Panthers
Jax Ajueny
Content Creator
Aiden Kohn Murphy
Founder of Gen Z For Change
Lil Baby
Artist
Rondo Bonilla
Future Shapers Co-chair & Gen Z Organizer at REFORM Alliance
This diverse group serve 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
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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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