Panelists participated in a forum on justice system reform and breaking the cycle of incarceration within minority communities. Among the topics they addressed were the root causes of criminal behavior, racial disparities in the U.S. prison population, law enforcement and judicial reforms, as well as education and youth programs. They also responded to questions from the audience.

“Connecting the Dots: Race, Poverty, and Social Issues Fueling the Cycle of Incarceration” was a program of “Behind the Cycle: A National Summit to Advance an Integrative Approach to Justice Reform,” held at the Bethesda Marriott.