Watch Greenburger Center for Justice Executive Director Cheryl Roberts in conversation with Manhattan DA Cyrus Vance. Drawing from his tenure, DA Vance explores initiatives aimed at reducing unnecessary incarceration, such as the establishment of Manhattan’s first Mental Health Court and the implementation of alternatives to incarceration programs. He emphasizes the importance of community-based justice models and proactive crime prevention strategies to create a fairer and more effective justice system.

Thanks to John Jay College of Criminal Justice for partnering with us on this series.