A Growing Concern Amid Declining Numbers A new report, Youth Confinement: The Whole Pie 2025, brings critical insight to a troubling trend: while the total number of youth in confinement continues to drop, racial and systemic disparities worsen. Our goal at Sustainable Action Now is to shed light on these inequities and advocate for lasting

A new national study has revealed troubling disparities in the treatment of incarcerated youth, showing that neurodivergent youth of color — particularly Black children and teens — are disproportionately vulnerable to physical assault by staff while in custody. These findings highlight urgent concerns about systemic racism, disability rights violations, and the unsafe environments that persist

At Sustainable Action Now, we believe that a truly democratic society hinges on fair and accurate representation. Every ten years, the U.S. Census Bureau undertakes the monumental task of counting every person in the nation, a process that directly shapes political power, resource allocation, and the very fabric of our communities for the next decade.

At Sustainable Action Now, we believe in upholding justice and dignity for all, especially within systems that often lack transparency and accountability. A recent decision by the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals has cast a crucial light on the financial realities faced by incarcerated individuals, affirming that even a seemingly small fine can carry immense