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Does NYC’s Pedicab Problem Hold the Key to Justice Reform?

What New York City’s “pedicab problem” can teach us about delivering justice in today’s world.

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Voices of Justice: Shamilia Tocruray on Art as a Tool for Change

A conversation with Shamilia Tocruray, Director of Education at the Brooklyn Museum, on the intersection of arts and justice.

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New Roadmap Proposes Overhaul of NYC Pedicab Industry

The Center, Council Member Gale Brewer, the Times Square Alliance, the Central Park Conservancy, and more call for changes to secure safe, regulated pedicab industry and prevent criminalizing drivers.

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Eviction Prevention Gets a Boost in New York

The Eviction Diversion Initiative, which supports tenants at risk of losing their homes, is expanding to more housing courts across the city and state.

Inside Literary Prize 2026 Shortlist Announced

Hundreds of incarcerated judges will select winner of the nation's first major book prize decided exclusively by people in prison.

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New Leadership for Rikers: What’s Ahead?

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

10 Wins for Safety and Justice in 2025

Take a look at some exciting new initiatives, milestones, and highlights from our teams across the Center this year.

To Achieve Public Safety, Invest in Strong Communities

Strong communities are safe communities. What would change if all of our policies—inside and outside of the legal system—reflected that basic truth?

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What Do Restorative Responses to Domestic Violence Look Like?

A practitioner shares his experience with Healing Connections, a restorative accountability group for people who have caused harm in their relationships.

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What Broadway Show “Punch” Reveals About Restorative Justice

The play, based on a remarkable true story of redemption after a one-punch manslaughter, illustrates how restorative justice can help people move forward after serious harm.

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Hear from the Real People Behind the Broadway Show “Punch”

“Punch” brings an incredible true story of restorative justice to Broadway. Hear from the real people behind that story in a special episode of our New Thinking podcast.