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Why Supporting Families Is Crucial to Strong Communities

For many families, contact with the legal system comes after years of struggling to meet basic needs. When we invest in solutions that respond to those needs both inside and outside of the courts, we pave the way for safer, stronger communities.

Voices of Justice: Twyla Carter on Driving Systemic Change

A conversation with Twyla Carter, Attorney-in-Chief and CEO of The Legal Aid Society.

New Leadership for Rikers: What’s Ahead?

Closing Rikers Island is the only way to ensure dignity and safety for all New Yorkers.

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Beyond Mass Incarceration: 3 Problems and 3 Solutions

Three core problems that stem from excessive incarceration—and practical responses to build a better justice system.

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Less Jail, More Safety?

Four findings from our new research on the impact of jail reduction reforms on public safety.

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Safe, Healthy Homes for the Holidays

Poor housing conditions affect millions of people across the country, but there are ways to support families with getting the repairs they need.

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How Community Ambassadors Help Their Neighbors Secure Stable Housing

Amid a housing crisis that has left many feeling helpless, the Community Ambassadors program in Syracuse restores communication and trust.

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Voices of Justice: Thaddeus Canty on Leading the Red Hook Community Justice Center

A conversation with Thaddeus Canty, Project Director of the Red Hook Community Justice Center.

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Why Housing Justice Is Crucial to Ending Domestic Violence

To address intimate partner violence, we need to invest in stable, affordable housing.

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To Prevent Evictions, Invest in Procedural Justice

Evictions are devastating, but they can often be avoided when tenants have support and guidance during the court process.

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Housing and the Justice System Are Intertwined

These three challenges fuel the cycle of housing insecurity and justice involvement. Here’s how we can address them.

A Year in Community Justice: Read Our 2024 Impact Report

Take a look at what Community Justice achieved in 2024.

“We Can Do It Together”: Flourishing After Incarceration

Reentry after incarceration can be a difficult journey, but there are people working to make sure returning citizens don’t have to go it alone.

10 Wins for Justice in 2023

Read stories of justice, new perspectives, and bold ideas to share with your family and friends this holiday season.

Changemakers in Action: Orleny Rojas

Orleny Rojas, who serves as deputy director of Criminal Court Operations, believes sustainable change starts with small acts.

The Crisis on Rikers: The Time for Action is Now

The Center for Court Innovation welcomes the attention New York leaders are giving Rikers Island in the wake of the inexcusable and preventable deaths that have occurred there this year. Now is the time for swift and decisive action to prevent more harm and commit to the policies that will close the jails on Rikers Island forever.

Department of Justice Supports Brooklyn Anti-Violence Project

Federal Grant Supports Anti-Violence Effort in Brooklyn The Brownsville project uses evidence-based strategies to reduce recidivism among parolees.