We're thrilled to celebrate another move-in day at Justice 4 Housing! 🎉🏠 Norma, a participant in our SHARP program, now has a safe and stable place to call her own. This is more than just housing—it’s a crucial step towards creating a brighter future. With the support of our SHARP Program and Case Managers, she’s building a foundation for new opportunities and a fresh start. Congratulations, Norma! #DeCriminalizeHousing #Justice4Housing
Justice 4 Housing
Non-profit Organizations
Boston, Massachusetts 1,323 followers
Justice4Housing is a grassroots organization committed to ending homelessness for individuals impacted by incarceration.
About us
Justice 4 Housing is a grassroots organization committed to ending housing discrimination and homelessness for justice involved individuals impacted by domestic violence and incarceration. We operate from a people-led process to organize and advocate for housing rights, the abolishment of discriminatory federal, state, and local housing policies. We address the root cause of recidivism in correlation to homelessness, by delivering holistic and community-based solutions. We envision a world beyond incarceration in which: communities of color are invested in, rather than surveilled and incarcerated; all people have access to stable, permanent housing from which to pursue their dreams; and an end to structural racism. We are building a robust movement to re-invest in our communities. The Problem Existing Public Housing Authority policies and regulations unduly limit access to housing assistance among justice involved individuals and their families. These policies have a disparate impact on people of color who, despite making up only 17% of the percent of the state population, represent 50% of the incarcerated population. PHA policies restricting housing access to Justice Involved Individuals (JIIs) are harmful, discriminatory, and based on an antiquated view of the criminal justice system. Denying access to subsidized housing makes it more likely that these families will experience homelessness, unemployment, and ultimately criminal justice involvement, perpetuating a grim cycle of poverty and recidivism. When JIIs can’t find stable housing, they have a much harder time finding and keeping jobs, maintaining their health, and pursuing educational opportunities – the very things that make recidivism less likely, communities safer, and families healthier.
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https://linktr.ee/decrim
External link for Justice 4 Housing
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Boston, Massachusetts
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- Nonprofit
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23 Bradston St
4th Floor
Boston, Massachusetts 02118, US
Employees at Justice 4 Housing
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Kwaku Ofori, ACMA (CIMA), CGMA, CA
Development Finance| Sustainability| Microcredit& Small Business Expert|Accounting|Credit Risk|Finance|Project Mgt| Start-up&Business…
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Amelia Bittel
Full time Volunteer Activist fighting for progressive policy movement at the state and local levels.
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Rebekah Kahal
Director of Operations
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Eric Anderson
Returning Community Member, Poet, Mentor, Chef, Director, Father, Human
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We had a fantastic time at the 2024 New England Streetworker Conference at Gillette Stadium, hosted by UTEC! It was an incredible opportunity to network with so many inspiring organizations dedicated to community work. The workshops, panels and activities were packed with useful insights and tools to better support our mission. A huge thank you to UTEC for having us! #DeCriminalizeHousing #Justice4Housing
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We are overjoyed to share the exoneration of Raymond Gaines, who was wrongfully imprisoned for nearly 50 years for a crime he didn’t commit. Recently, his GPS monitoring was removed, marking another step toward justice and freedom. This victory is a powerful reminder of the importance of advocating for those impacted by wrongful convictions. We are proud to stand alongside Raymond and others seeking justice and accountability. “I'm overjoyed every day I wake up, and I don't see bars in front of me, and I have an opportunity to progress and move forward and just try to put pieces of my life back together with my family,” Raymond said. https://lnkd.in/evPSvQ_p #DeCriminalizeHousing #Justice4Housing
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We had a fantastic time at Life Science Cares Boston’s Mini Golf for Good event! It was great to connect with community partners, including our neighbors at NECAT, and to be part of such a colorful and fun-filled day. We're proud to be part of the LSC community. A big thank you to Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc. for sponsoring our beautiful Justice 4 Housing-themed golf hole! ⛳️ #DeCriminalizeHousing #Justice4Housing #LifeScienceCares #NetworkOfGood #LSCImpact #LSCNonprofitPartner
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On September 14th, we joined forces with The Black Response Cambridge and The Spot at Russell Field Park, distributing over 200 backpacks, coats, clothing, food, and hygiene products to Cambridge Public School students and families. We also engaged in meaningful conversations with the community about what we need to keep each other safe. #DeCriminalizeHousing #Justice4Housing
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Our Founder & Executive Director, Leslie Credle, had the honor of attending the 2024-2025 Massachusetts Black Women Attorneys - MBWA's Board of Directors Annual Swearing-In Ceremony yesterday. The Honorable Angel Kelley, from the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts, administered the oath to the new board members. It was an inspiring event celebrating Black women in leadership! #DeCriminalizeHousing #Justice4Housing
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We had an amazing time at WE ARE BETTER TOGETHER WARREN DANIEL HAIRSTON PROJECT INC’s Back-to-School Kick-off! 🎒 The day was filled with fun, food, refreshments, activities, and generous backpack giveaways packed with school supplies. It was great to see the community come together to support students as they prepare for the new school year. #DeCriminalizeHousing #Justice4Housing
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Another victory at Justice 4 Housing! 🙌🏽 Using our Hands on Defense (HOD) model, we successfully reversed a housing termination decision for one of our clients. By successfully appealing the termination of assistance, we restored our client’s access to stable housing, giving them the chance to rebuild their life. Wins like these are what drive us forward in the fight for housing justice! #DeCriminalizeHousing #Justice4Housing
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We had an amazing time this past Saturday at our Back to School Backpack Giveaway in partnership with the Boston Housing Authority and WE ARE BETTER TOGETHER WARREN DANIEL HAIRSTON PROJECT INC! 🎒📚 The event was full of community spirit with games for the kids, food, and plenty of smiles. It was a joy to see families come together and get ready for the school year. Special thanks to the Boston Housing Authority, and to everyone who joined us to make the day so special! #DeCriminalizeHousing #Justice4Housing
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Join The Black Response, The Spot and Justice 4 Housing on September 14th at 11am at Russell Field Park where we will be joining forces to provide school supplies, clothing and hygiene products for CPS students and the families of Cambridge. Join us for free food and a community conversation about what we need in our schools and communities to keep us safe. We hope to see you there! Click here to register: https://lnkd.in/er8EXqTe #DeCriminalizeHousing #Justice4Housing
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