06/04/2025
The Clerys truly did groundbreaking work in a time of tragedy for their family. Now it’s time for Congress to act and pass the COREY Safety Act which will require colleges to report and record accidents on campus that caused serious injury and death.
38 Years ago, Jeanne Clery was just 19 years old when her life was tragically cut short in her college dorm room.
Her parents, Connie and Howard, had no idea the risks she faced—in 1986, schools weren’t required to share campus crime information.
So the Clerys turned heartbreak into action on two important fronts:
1️⃣They lobbied Congress to demand transparency from colleges nationwide. These efforts led to the creation of
The Jeanne Clery Act — federal legislation requiring colleges to report campus crime statistics.
2️⃣They worked with allies and advocates to form a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, now known as Clery Center—dedicated to guiding institutions of higher education to implement effective campus safety measures.
Our work at Clery Center continues to guide colleges and universities in creating safe, informed, and transparent campuses, so no family has to face what the Clerys did.
From the VAWA Amendments, to the Stop Campus Hazing Act, Clery has shaped policies that protect students, faculty, and staff nationwide. This summer, we’re marking 35 years of the Clery Act, and invite you to help carry that legacy forward with us.
Your support helps Clery Center continue this critical work—advocating, educating, and building safer campuses.
Consider donating to keep the momentum going: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/clery-center/35-years-of-the-clery-act
