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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.
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.
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.
All are invited to participate in the event, moderated by Vera Davis and presented by Cook County Commissioner Richard Boykin and BUILD.
State Rep. La Shawn Ford organized the event, which brought together ex-offenders, officials, lawyers and concerned citizens.
Major issues need to be addressed before homicides and other crime will decline, say local residents and advocates.
Rep. La Shawn K. Ford will chair Tuesday morning’s hearing, which will focus on recent reports of sexual abuse in state juvenile facilities.
Rep. La Shawn Ford held another legislative meeting to highlight what advocates are doing to bring peace to communities.
Rep. La Shawn Ford’s town hall assembly intends to reduce violence and increase public safety.
The Sept. 29 “Break the School-to-Prison Pipeline” event united residents citywide to speak out against practices that take students out of school.