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We cannot do this alone. To reach our goals of helping those with compelling evidence of innocence, we need your help!

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Our Work Explore the main areas the Project focuses on to fulfill its mission:

Exoneration

Identifying and litigating cases for the convicted innocent.

Support

Providing re-entry support for our clients returning to society after being proven innocent.

Education

Educating all stakeholders in the criminal justice system on the reasons for and how to avoid future wrongful convictions

Legislation

Promoting policies that prevent wrongful convictions and loosen Pennsylvania's post-conviction laws.

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15th Annual Philadelphia Celebration

A photo gallery from our 15th anniversary celebration in Philadelphia on May 8, 2024

14th Annual Celebration in Philadelphia

Gallery of photos from our 14th annual celebration in Philadelphia on May 16, 2023

13th Annual Celebration

Photos from our 13th Anniversary celebration, which took place in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. Here, you'll find photos of the event at the Free Library of Philadelphia

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We invite law and undergraduate students to contact us if you would like to join our efforts...

Browse Case Stories

Read about the most recent exoneration of a Project client, and more case stories.

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Learn more about our upcoming and past recorded events. We hope to see you in person soon!

Learn About Wrongful Convictions

Read about leading causes of wrongful convictions and some of the policies being developed to stop the tragedy.

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We can only achieve great results with great pro bono partners. Learn how you can join us in fighting to free Pennsylvania's convicted innocent.

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May 8, 2025Join Us in Philadelphia

Wrongly Convicted in 2006Welcome Home, Akeem!

Free after 19 YearsWelcome Home, Jeff Dawkins!

Free after 28 YearsWelcome Home, Jim Kelly!

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