Webinar Recording Posted, Clean Slate Laws and Public Health
April 11, 2025
From Barriers to Bridges: Clean Slate Laws & Public Health
This webinar features insights from leaders across public health, policy, and advocacy who will offer a well-rounded conversation on the health, legislative, and economic dimensions of clean slate policy:
- Dr. Sheena Meade, CEO of The Clean Slate Initiative, a national organization championing policies that expand second chances through record clearance.
- Senator Adam Gomez, representing the Massachusetts State Senate and a key advocate for criminal justice reform and economic equity.
- Jessica Collins, Executive Director of the Public Health Institute of Western MA, whose work centers health equity and community well-being.
- Jay Ash, CEO of the Massachusetts Competitive Partnership, bringing a business perspective to the importance of second chances and economic inclusion.
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