We stand together as we confront the legacy of racism woven into our nation’s criminal justice system. We must proclaim what the current system fails to affirm: Black Lives Matter.

The proposal echoes CJCJ’s long-standing recommendations for the phased closure of all state youth correctional facilities.

Please consider donating, so our Cameo House program can continue its critical services.

An analytical essay by a high school student working with CJCJ explores the significance of the closure of San Francisco’s juvenile hall.

CJCJ is pleased to announce that Communications and Policy Analyst, Renee Menart, has been selected as a recipient of the 2019 – 2020 Bay Area Inspire Award.