Justice Resource Institute

📸✨ On Monday, Representative Vitolo visited Baycove Academy, engaging with students and answering their questions on politics and voting. During his tour of the school, he participated in a meeting focused on challenges the academy faces such as transportation difficulties. The Baycove community is grateful for his insights and ideas on how to support the school. Thank you, Rep. Vitolo, for your dedication to our students and their future! #CommunityEngagement #FutureLeaders

Do you want to use your leadership skills to make a difference and fight against the commercial sexual exploitation of children? My Life My Choice, a survivor-led initiative, is seeking a Program Director to lead day-to-day operations, drive innovation, and expand our impact across Massachusetts and beyond. Join us in our mission to ensure no one is bought or sold. This is a hybrid position offering a meaningful career with excellent benefits and professional growth opportunities. Apply now and become part of a team that's making a real difference. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/d7Rf3eGV #MyLifeMyChoice #Hiring #SocialJustice #NonProfitCareers #CareerDevelopment

JRI had the honor of hosting State Representative Sam Montaño for a meaningful visit where we discussed our extensive work in youth and family services, health programs, and community-based support. Together, we discussed key initiatives such as wraparound support, trauma-informed care, and housing assistance for youth and individuals living with HIV & HCV. It was a great opportunity to showcase our dedicated and diverse team, as well as our commitment to reducing homelessness, promoting health prevention, and fostering workforce readiness. Thank you, Representative Sam Montaño, for visiting us! Read the article published by Jamaica Plain News: https://lnkd.in/g6U86Cvz

🎉 Exciting news! Meet Mike Khorshidianzadeh, a dedicated history teacher with JRI's Victor School program since 2011. Dual-licensed in History and Special Education, Mike's passion for social justice shines through his work with the DEI Committee and History UnErased to ensure accurate LGBTQIA representation in history curricula. This summer, he was selected as a Teach Plus Fellow, where he’s shaping educational policy. This fall, Mike will be presenting at the Mass CUE Annual Conference on "Going Beyond the Headlines in History," showcasing how to use digital archives to enhance historical research. His session will help teachers leverage Massachusetts Libraries and the Library of Congress for deeper insights, going beyond AI searches to provide richer historical context. Proud of Mike and all his impactful work in education! 📚✨ #EducationChampion #HistoryMatters Read More Here: https://lnkd.in/eE-sP8mw

JRI's GROW Greenhouse was featured on Chronicle on WCVB Channel 5 last night! If you missed the live broadcast, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. Click the link below to watch and learn more about our commitment to mental health through horticultural therapy and connecting to nature. https://lnkd.in/e84YUhRP

New research presented at the APA symposium by JRI and BU researchers highlights the unique challenges faced by marginalized youth exposed to trauma. Disparities in mental health care for treatment-seeking youth show significant gaps when race, gender, and mental health intersect. Understanding these differences is essential to developing targeted support for youth of color and gender-diverse individuals. Let’s work together to ensure equitable care and healing for all young people. #MentalHealth #YouthSupport #TraumaAwareness #EquityInCare

Congratulations on passing your exams and earning your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification! This prestigious credential from the world's largest HR membership organization recognizes your excellence in HR and sets you apart as a leader in the field. Celebrate this milestone and the exciting opportunities ahead! Learn more about this certification here: https://lnkd.in/eFrp9x4q

Congratulations Stephanie! The commission is charged with working to promote positive mental, emotional and behavioral health and early intervention for persons with a mental illness, and to prevent substance use disorders among residents of the Commonwealth. To learn more about the commission visit: https://lnkd.in/ecdm_Rpj

When we think of families, we include anyone that our clients identify as part of a permanent, lifelong relationship that sustains them. At JRI, we believe that family voices are vital when determining services and treatment. We welcome all families and work closely with them to provide the high-quality trauma services they need. Watch the video linked below to hear more from families and JRI staff. #nonprofit #family https://lnkd.in/e4Ms48dP

Meet Ani! Today she is sharing how the benefits provided by JRI supported her and her wife in their IVF journey for the beautiful family they have today! #pride #benefits #ivf