Nicole Scott, the founder of The BRidge Agency, has a deeply personal connection to the work she does. “This is my life story,” she shared. “I am the single mom who used to drop my child off at school and then go sit in the library to learn how to start a business from the… Continue reading BRidging the Gap
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Reentry Summit
In Charlottesville, a growing movement is working to address the challenges of reentry for formerly incarcerated individuals, ensuring they have the support they need to reintegrate into the community. At the heart of this effort is the Charlottesville Area Justice Coalition, a network of justice-oriented groups that came together to foster collaboration and amplify their… Continue reading Reentry Summit
Forever Takes a Village
Imagine living in a community where children can’t play outside, morning coffee on the porch feels unsafe, and the streets are marked by violence instead of connection. For many in Bogalusa, Louisiana, this has been the reality. Yet, amidst the challenges, seeds of change began to grow with the help and determination from people like… Continue reading Forever Takes a Village
The Threat to Safety
The second week of this new White House administration brings another crushing wave of executive orders and federal directives. This week, they are attempting to freeze $3 trillion of taxpayer money — lawfully approved and allocated by Congress — that funds critical life-saving work in neighborhoods, cities, and states across this country. The potential harm… Continue reading The Threat to Safety
What is Healing Justice?
In our Healing Justice work at EJUSA, we have created a sacred space for survivors, victims’ family members, service providers, and those impacted by the justice system, who work to build safety and change national conversations around violence, trauma, and healing. Modeling the Kindred Collective Model, we are creating our conditions for wellness and resilience… Continue reading What is Healing Justice?
Expanding Restorative Justice
When the Restorative Justice Project joined Equal Justice USA in 2023, we knew they were ready to grow their work — and that the world needed greater access to restorative justice. This past year, the first significant step in that growth occurred as we partnered with four new communities to launch restorative justice diversion programs.… Continue reading Expanding Restorative Justice
Resilience in Bogalusa
Just a few weeks ago, I flew to Bogalusa, Louisiana, to join several team members for a special day. They had spent the last year working with community members on a groundbreaking public safety plan. Read the Report On the plane, I continued reading “The Movement Made Us,” David J. Dennis Jr.’s account of his… Continue reading Resilience in Bogalusa
Collective Work of The Restorative Justice Project at EJUSA
At the Restorative Justice Project of EJUSA, we understand that the strength of our work lies not in individual efforts but in the collective power of our team and partners. Our approach is deeply rooted in collaboration, where each aspect of our work is interconnected and mutually reinforcing, creating a holistic and transformative impact across… Continue reading Collective Work of The Restorative Justice Project at EJUSA
Celebrate and Interrogate
I recently read a briefing from our allies at the Prison Policy Initiative, and it contained a startling figure: 19 million people in America are living with a felony conviction. That’s nearly equal to the entire population of New York. This reminded me of a friend. Her brother was once incarcerated. Since serving his sentence… Continue reading Celebrate and Interrogate
Nurturing Mental Health Amidst the Fight for Justice
In the ongoing battle against systemic injustice grassroots leaders and social justice professionals are often at the forefront, tirelessly advocating for change. However, amidst the fight for equity and well-being, it’s crucial to emphasize mental health this May and every month for recovery and healing. Communities of color continue to be disproportionately affected by the… Continue reading Nurturing Mental Health Amidst the Fight for Justice