Advocate.
Educate.
Reform.

Celebrating 25 years in Illinois, freeing innocent people, educating communities and reforming the legal system to ensure justice for all.

Founded in 2001, IIP has grown into a leader in innocence work, securing 12 exonerations and over 150 years of freedom while pioneering reforms like the nation’s first mandated police training on wrongful convictions.

Mission

We free innocent people, advocate for systemic reform, and educate communities to ensure a just legal system for all.

Values

  • Justice: Pursuing truth to correct wrongful convictions.
  • Equity: Addressing systemic biases that harm marginalized communities.
  • Compassion: Supporting exonerees and families with care and respect.