The Institute for Community Justice is a comprehensive prison services and reentry program providing health linkages, supportive services, education, and advocacy for individuals, families, and communities impacted by mass incarceration.

After being released from prison after twelve years, I hadn’t realized how much the world had changed, or how difficult it would be for a…

Anthony E. Oliver

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Event

Forum Theater Philly – Theater Workshop

Every Friday,starting October 18, 2024 -through December 20, 2024

Time to unlock your passion Every Friday from 2pm-4pm
Event

2024 Reentry Simulation

Thursday, December 12, 2024

Offering an interactive experience to those in the reentry community. This simulation demonstrates the barriers and challenges that returning citizens experience during their ...

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Partnerships

We have partnerships with many agencies and organizations throughout Philadelphia to ensure that returning citizens get all the help and support they need. Our partners provide referrals, help with our programs, employ our participants, and offer a wide range of services to complement ours.

Programs

The Workforce Initiative Network is specifically designed to provide support in addressing barriers and preparing individuals for employment success by developing confidence, skills and a positive mindset.

“RESPECT” By ICJ Staff

September 26, 2023

“RESPECT” By ICJ Staff – FIGHT’S GOT TALENT! We dedicate this song to our participants and the many people who are impacted by mass incarceration.

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How We Help

34 %

Overall recidivism rate

in Philadelphia, 2012-2015

16 %

Recidivism rate

of ICJ participants, 2019

53 %

Reduced likelihood

of recidivism for participants in ICJ programs and services