Criminal Courts
Credit and Finance
Housing
Jobs and Hiring
Policing
Public Benefits
Across the Field
Mass Extraction
This report is the most comprehensive examination of U.S. law enforcement’s use of mobile device forensic tools. Our research shows that every American is at risk of having their phone forensically searched by law enforcement.
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Our Work
We drive policy change by investigating specific ways that technology and automation shape people’s opportunities, particularly in marginalized communities. Without focused attention, technology can reinforce racial, economic, and social injustices found everywhere in our society. At the same time, discussions about technology often present new opportunities to change the status quo and reimagine what’s possible. Through research and advocacy, we seek transformative social change across a broad range of issues.
Criminal Courts arrow_forwardWe pursue changes that reduce the reach of the criminal legal system and limit its immediate and collateral consequences on people’s lives.
Credit and Finance arrow_forwardWe confront predatory practices and work to ensure that credit and other financial services are fair, affordable, and nondiscriminatory.
Housing arrow_forwardWe aim to break down barriers to housing, especially in relation to digital records and tenant screening services used by landlords.
Jobs and Hiring arrow_forwardWe work to ensure that technologies promote equity across the employment lifecycle, and that employers are held accountable for their use.
Policing arrow_forwardWe push back against the use of surveillance tools and practices as one way to reduce the power of law enforcement and the carceral system.
Public Benefits arrow_forwardWe seek to expand the social safety net and improve access to programs like Medicaid, particularly in eligibility and benefits determinations.
Across the Field arrow_forwardWe strive to lay a strong foundation to challenge automated decisions across our issues through empirical research, auditing, and legal advocacy.