Events
Upcoming & Ongoing Events
Power & Purpose Institute
The Power & Purpose Institute is a free, one-day training designed to give you the tools to organize and lead in this critical moment. Our communities need bold action, and we need you in the fight.
You'll learn how to:
Organize effectively in your community
Have persuasive conversations that move people to action
Build lasting connections with others who are ready to rise to the moment
Jan 24, 2026 | 9:00 AM
Past Events
Clean Slate March & Judiciary Committee Hearing
Join us in Hartford to stand with Smart Justice. On Monday, March 9, the Connecticut General Assembly's Judiciary Committee will hold a hearing about a critical bill to create a real Clean Slate for people who are living with a criminal record.
Mar 09, 2020 | 9:00 AM
"Smart Justice: Year One" Documentary World Premiere
Join Smart Justice on October 24 for the world premiere of “Smart Justice: Year One” at the Bow Tie Cinema in New Haven.
Oct 24, 2019 | 6:30 PM
Stop the Bans Day of Action for Reproductive Rights
Join the CT Coalition for Choice for the #STOPTHEBANS Day of Action for Reproductive Rights.
May 21, 2019 | 12:00 PM
End Discrimination in Reentry: A Community Conversation in New Haven
Join the ACLU of Connecticut Smart Justice campaign, State Representative Robyn Porter, and more for a community conversation about stopping discrimination against people on the basis of their criminal record.
Apr 18, 2019 | 6:00 PM
Legislative Hearing on Prosecutorial Transparency, S.B. 880
Join Smart Justice on Monday, March 25 in Hartford to support a bill to create a more transparent justice system.
Mar 25, 2019 | 10:00 AM
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