The Defender Association is developing a blueprint for pre-entry that reimagines Philadelphia’s pre-trial system with a model that protects due process, and prioritizes community-based supports over cash bail to create a fundamentally fair, cost-effective system that improves the safety of our communities.
Pre-entry is a system of support services for people who have been arrested that does not rely on cash bail to achieve safety in the community or appearance in court. For a quick overview, watch the video below:
The Defender Association, along with our coalition partners, launched our pre-entry initiative on November 14, 2019. Chief Defender Keir Bradford-Grey presented the vision for pre-entry to the audience. Here’s a video of her presentation:
Presentation: Pre-entry Coalition Kick-Off Event, November 14, 2019
Institute for Community Justice
First Stop Recovery
Fruits of the Family Table
NET
Dear Black Fathers
Coat of Many Colors Rebuilding Lives
Good Shepherd Mediation Program
Restorative Encounters
JEVS
Running Hard
Sankofa Healing Studio
Philadelphia Auto and Parole
Rebuilding a Village Foundation
ProAct /DBHIDS/PMHCA
Just Leadership
Front Line Dads
Focus on Fathers
The Elite 30 Association and Coalition
Prevention Point Philadelphia
Philadelphia Community Bail Fund
Careerlink
Broad Street Ministry
The Wedge
Want to join our coalition? Send an email to: Pre-entry@philadefender.org
Check out these videos featuring Defender staff, clients and others speaking on the need for pre-entry and pre-trial reform.
Since 1934, we have believed that poverty shouldn’t prevent access to justice. Everyone, regardless of income, deserves the highest quality legal counsel.
While the safety concerns in Kensington are real, more community surveillance isn’t the answer. 💡
Shoutout to #PhillyDefender Paula Sen of our Police Accountability Unit for spotlighting the PPD’s history of problematic surveillance in this community. Read the full article from @kensingtonvoice below:
www.kensingtonvoice.com/en/philly-police-launching-drone-program-kensington-with-cameras-that-fly...
#CommunitySafety #PhillyReform #PublicSafety #SupportPhilly #PhillyNews #Kensington #philly #phillynews #phillyphilly #phillyreform
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While the safety concerns in Kensington are real, more community surveillance isn’t the answer. 💡
Shoutout to #PhillyDefender Paula Sen of our Police Accountability Unit for spotlighting the PPD’s history of problematic surveillance in this community. Read the full article at @kensingtonvoice . Link in bio 🔗#CommunitySafety #PhillyReform #PublicSafety #SupportPhilly #PhillyNews #Kensington #philly #phillynews #phillyphilly #phillyreform
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🎉 Big News for Philly’s Justice & Safety! 🎉
Proud to announce that 100 people have been released from pretrial incarceration! Thanks to the work of #phillydefenders incredible team of attorneys in collaboration with our justice system partners, we’re reducing the jail population on State Road and making our community safer.
This milestone shows what’s possible when we come together to push for a fairer, more just system. Here’s to all the hard work—and to even more progress ahead! 💪🏽✨
🔗 in bio for details
#PhillyDefenders #100Released #SaferPhilly
Nov 4
#PhillyDefenders out & about! ✨
Last week, we had an amazing conversation with @lasalleuniv BSW students, sharing insights and inspiration. Meanwhile, our dedicated peer advocates were holding it down at @the_napd racial justice conference. Proud to be connecting
and advocating!
#CommunityEngagement #JusticeForAll #PhillyPride
Nov 4
While the safety concerns in Kensington are real, more community surveillance isn’t the answer. 💡
Shoutout to #PhillyDefender Paula Sen of our Police Accountability Unit for spotlighting the PPD’s history of problematic surveillance in this community. Read the full article at @kensingtonvoice . Link in bio 🔗#CommunitySafety #PhillyReform #PublicSafety #SupportPhilly #PhillyNews #Kensington #philly #phillynews #phillyphilly #phillyreform
Nov 1
Huge thanks to Tom Innes, our Chief of Prison Services and Advocacy Unit, for testifying at City Council in support of a new Prison Oversight Board for Philly! Grateful to @nicorourkephl, @cmthomasphl, and all @phlcouncil members who co-sponsored this vital legislation. ✨
If passed, this board will help protect the health and safety of both incarcerated individuals and prison staff who face daily challenges from understaffing and resource limitations. ⚖️
Swipe to see how oversight could positively impact everyone involved! Hit the link in bio to watch the FULL testimony. PrisonReform #PhillyCouncil #communitysafetyunit
Oct 30
📢 Exciting news! Two new #JuvenileJustice laws, SB 169 and SB 170, are shifting the focus from punishment to rehabilitation for our youth. These reforms are all about building brighter futures, not prison cells, and equipping young people with the tools they need to thrive.
Huge thanks to @JayCostaPA, @SenatorBakerPA, and @GovernorShapiro for their leadership in making these changes a reality.
🔗 in bio for a breakdown of what each law entails! 🌟 #Reform #SecondChances #YouthEmpowerment #PALAW #PhillyReform #Philly #youthjustice
Oct 22
Making sure every voice is heard! 📬
We’ve sent voter registration forms and mail-in ballot requests to all 3,804 individuals being held pretrial at PDP.
The final batch went out in plenty of time for today’s mail-in ballot deadline. ✨
Special thank you to City Commissioner Lisa Deeley and her entire team for partnering with us to make this happen! 🗳️ #Vote #PhillyDefenders #YourVoteMatters #election2024
Oct 21
