According to the Sentencing Project, “1 in every 10 black men in his thirties is in prison or jail on any given day.” Racial bias in the criminal justice system is pervasive and continues to plague the Philadelphia community at-large as well as impacts our students’ life outcomes. In this panel, participants will watch clips from Ava DuVernay’s award-winning mini-series "When They See Us," a web-television series that explores the racial inequalities within the justice system. They will also hear from panelists who will explore the themes of racial profiling, coercive interrogation tactics, racial disparities in legal representation, racial overcharging and over sentencing, and prison culture and the challenges of re-entry. Following the panel discussion, President Generals will provide closing remarks. Then, all are invited to join us in the lobby for a luncheon reception and local community resource fair for personal empowerment.

Moderator: Nasir Moss, co-host of the podcast, "TrainWreck"

Panelists: Gabe Bryant, community activist and co-director of the Philadelphia chapter of Sankofa Community Empowerment; Malika Rahman, leader within the law enforcement industry and former Deputy Sheriff Detective for the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office; and Timothy Welbeck, Esq., attorney, professor, hip-hop artist, and contributing writer

Closing Remarks: Donald Guy Generals, Ed.D., President

Location: Center for Business and Industry Building, Room C2-28