Destiny Garcia

Clean Slate Utah

Destiny Garcia is the Executive Director of Clean Slate Utah, a mother, and a nationally recognized advocate for second chances, workforce inclusion, and criminal justice reform. A woman in long-term recovery, she draws on her own experience with incarceration, expungement, and reentry to champion policies that replace barriers with opportunity. 
 
Through her leadership, Destiny has helped thousands of Utahns clear their records, reconnect with employment, and rebuild their lives. She works alongside employers, lawmakers, and community leaders to remove legal barriers and expand opportunities for people seeking a fresh start. 
 
Her advocacy has reached the halls of Congress and audiences across national and international media, challenging stigma and proving that redemption strengthens families, communities, and our economy. 
 
Destiny's leadership has earned the 2023 Liberty Bell Award from the Utah State Bar, the 2024 Grit Award, the 2024 Emerging Leader for Human Rights Award, and the 2026 Community Advocate of the Year Award. She believes every person deserves to be seen for who they are today, not the worst moment of their past, and that second chances change lives for generations.