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"A reentry court uses an entire transitional team to help a person reintegrate into society." Debbie Boar, Deputy Director of Reentry Initiatives, Harlem Community Justice Center, speaks in panel on "Fostering Reentry: What Works?"  This panel highlighted successful … [Read more...] about Debbie Boar of Harlem Community Justice Center speaks on “Fostering Reentry: What Works?”

“Studies show that prisoners who have more visitors adjust better when released.” Margaret diZerega, Director of Family Justice, Vera Institute of Justice, speaking on “Policy Perspectives: Finding a Way Forward,” focusing on reform efforts and exploring effective policy … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Margaret diZerega of Vera Institute of Justice on Policy Perspectives regarding reentry

"Education while in prison is incredibly effective in reducing recidivism." Chris Watler, Project Director, Harlem Community Justice Center, speaking on “Policy Perspectives: Finding a Way Forward,” focusing on reform efforts and exploring effective policy solutions.  This … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Chris Watler of Harlem Community Justice Center, on Policy Perspectives regarding reentry

Rusti Miller-Hill speaks about her experience in the prison system and how she established a new life after release. Ms. Miller-Hill is a graduate of Harlem Community Justice Center’s “Raising My Voice” program, which empowers individuals to tell their own stories, to break … [Read more...] about Rusti Miller-Hill offers testimonial at faith leader retreat supporting reentry for the formerly incarcerated

Jeffrey Rivera speaks about his experience in the prison system and how he established a new life after release. Mr. Rivera is a graduate of Harlem Community Justice Center's “Raising My Voice” program, which empowers individuals to tell their own stories, to break stereotypes of … [Read more...] about Jeffrey Rivera offers testimonial at faith leader retreat supporting reentry for the formerly incarcerated