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Peace-building events to be held this weekend
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This weekend, Austin residents can join a community day and restorative justice festival at Bethel New Life and La Follete Park.
Austin Coming Together
Austin youth doing restorative justice
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Austin Coming Together has received a grant from the Tides Foundation. It is funding a restorative justice program that teaches young people to become peace circle keepers.
community court
Town hall held to discuss creation of community court in Austin
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Cook County Commissioner Richard Boykin said he decided to host the meeting after a number of people throughout the 1st District said there is a need for a community court in Austin.
criminal justice
Austin residents attend restorative justice forum, voice concerns over local resources
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The forum, held at BUILD’s headquarter last weekend, addressed the healing practices that require community involvement to accomplish repair and re-entry for ex-offenders.
Community
Restorative justice forum Saturday in Austin
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Help come up with viable solutions for reducing violence and healing from trauma Sept. 23 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at BUILD’s headquarters, 5100 W. Harrison St. The free event for people of all ages will feature raffle prizes.
Community
Take part in restorative justice symposium Feb. 11
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All are invited to participate in the event, moderated by Vera Davis and presented by Cook County Commissioner Richard Boykin and BUILD.
News
Summit offers solutions for criminal justice reform
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State Rep. La Shawn Ford organized the event, which brought together ex-offenders, officials, lawyers and concerned citizens.
News
Murders down citywide in 2014, but not in Austin
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Major issues need to be addressed before homicides and other crime will decline, say local residents and advocates.
Community
Take part in town hall on restorative justice
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Rep. La Shawn K. Ford will chair Tuesday morning’s hearing, which will focus on recent reports of sexual abuse in state juvenile facilities.
Community
Austin lawmaker continues to press for restorative justice
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Rep. La Shawn Ford held another legislative meeting to highlight what advocates are doing to bring peace to communities.