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For too long, those most impacted by Minnesota's criminal legal system have been left out of the very decision-making processes that shape it. The Minnesota Justice Research Center aims to change that, starting with our new Just Lead Fellowship, piloting in 2025.

The Just Lead Fellowship is a 12-month leadership development program designed to develop fellows' leadership skills and capacities, helping them harness their firsthand knowledge of the criminal legal system to prepare them for leadership positions on state boards and commissions. 

Meet the 2025-2026 Cohort

Hover over a fellow to learn more about them.

For too long, those most impacted by Minnesota's criminal legal system have been left out of the very decision-making processes that shape it. The Minnesota Justice Research Center aims to change that, starting with our new Just Lead Fellowship, piloting in 2025.

Cohort size: 6 justice-impacted individuals

Program duration: September 2025-September 2026

Support: Monthly stipend and meeting refreshments

Program Details

Eligibility Requirements

Target Board Opportunities

  • Justice-impacted individual

  • Resident of Minnesota & currently reside in twin cities

  • Demonstrated interest in community leadership and policy change

  • Ability to commit to 2x a month, for 12 months

  • Minnesota Sentencing Guidelines Commission

  • Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Board

  • Public Defenders Board

  • Community Supervision Advisory Committee

  • Cannabis Expungement Board

  • Clemency Review Commission

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