Wrongful Conviction Day is about both awareness and action. Around the world, the 70+ organizations that make up the Innocence Network fight to free the innocent, support people rebuilding their lives after release, and advocate for reforms to prevent future injustice. By connecting with your local organization—whether through donating, volunteering, or amplifying their work—you can help drive change and be part of the fight for justice.

Wrongful Conviction Day offers an important moment to reflect on the human cost of injustice and the urgent need for systemic reform. To support learning and dialogue, we’ve curated a list of recommended books, documentaries, and docuseries that explore the causes and consequences of wrongful convictions, as well as key issues relating to the criminal legal system. We invite you to engage with these resources, deepen your understanding, connect with others by forming a reading group or hosting a screening, and join the movement for change.