The Arc - Center for Justice Innovation

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Voices of Justice: Why Restorative Justice?

A conversation with Kellsie Sayers, Erica Wright, and Hillary Packer on the transformative power of restorative justice.

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How Restorative Justice Circles Help People Heal

Connection and understanding are basic human needs. In the wake of harm and conflict, restorative justice circles bring those needs back into focus.

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The Do’s and Don’ts of AI in the Criminal Justice System

As artificial intelligence plays a growing role across our institutions, how can we make sure courts and justice systems use it responsibly?

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The New Initiative Mobilizing Men Against Gender-Based Violence

The Men Rising Initiative engages men leading gun violence prevention work in the effort to put a stop to violence against women.

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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.

All Updates

Access to Justice

Building Justice in the Court System

Housing Justice

Investing in Communities

People-Centered Responses

Reducing Harm and Violence

Women, Girls, and Gender Justice

463 Results

Our Commitment to Anti-Racism

We grieve the death of George Floyd and of all those who have been killed or victimized by police.

Treatment Not Jail

Approximately 45 percent of people in our Supervised Release Program are flagged for potential mental health needs.

Expanding the Toolkit: Mental Health Diversion in Los Angeles

Los Angeles is home to the largest jail population in the United States. A mental health diversion pilot provides supportive services instead of jail.

Brooklyn Mental Health Court Helps People Leave Jail During COVID Crisis

The Court is supporting people with critical mental health needs who are being released early from New York City jails.

Helping Those Most Affected by COVID-19

Zip code data shows residents in certain communities are experiencing disproportionately higher rates of COVID-19 infection.

Project Reset: Resolving Criminal Cases in a Pandemic

Thousands of court cases are being delayed across the country by the coronavirus, leaving many defendants in limbo still facing charges.

The COVID Crisis: Red Hook Justice Center Assesses (and Responds to) Community Needs

Even with all its staff working from home, the Red Hook Community Justice Center is continuing to engage clients and the community.

Supervised Release is Keeping Thousands off Rikers Island

In an effort to combat the spread of COVID-19, New York City has begun releasing people from its jails.

Keeping Our Community Safe

We are taking all necessary precautions to safeguard the health of our staff and clients—and do all we can to support the communities we serve.

Brownsville Center wins prize, the State of the Judiciary, and more

The last few weeks at the Center for Court Innovation have been a busy and exciting time. Here are a few highlights.

Announcing our New Executive Director

Courtney Bryan named director of Center for Court Innovation.

Safer Streets, Safer City

Every year, dangerous drivers kill more than 35,000 people in car crashes across the United States, and recently, the numbers have been increasing.