Awards

The Innocence Network "CHAMPION OF JUSTICE" Award was created to honor public servants who go above and beyond in supporting and championing efforts that free the wrongfully convicted, and/or reform the criminal justice system to prevent wrongful convictions. Their work strengthens the integrity of the justice system, is imbued by their sense of fairness and professionalism, and demonstrates a lasting dedication to the fair execution of the law. Download an application here.

The Innocence Network Journalism Award was created to honor investigative reporting that brings to life the process of identifying and exonerating wrongfully convicted individuals. The winner of the award will be an article, program or series that in discussing wrongful convictions: best demonstrates the failures and successes of the criminal justice system; provides the best account of the plight of the wrongfully convicted, whether while in prison or after they are released; and/or best highlights the reforms needed and, where appropriate, the ways in which the public can take action to improve the criminal justice system. Download an application here.