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A community-led restorative justice approach to reducing violence and mass incarceration. You can help. Start by liking our page. Sharing our content.

RJ Hubs are a collective that believes transformation is achieved when communities have the resources and capacity to resolve crime and conflict without the use of costly confinement and mass incarceration. We are organizations and partners focused on reducing violence, increasing community organizing, legislative and policy work, and providing legal, educational and economic development support i

n low resource, high-crime neighborhoods throughout Chicago. Our goal here is to build community and offer an online forum built on sharing and trust at a time when our world, nation and neighborhoods are experiencing unprecedented challenges. It’s time to invest in human potential—not in punishment and isolation. Making a contribution. And come back often to learn more about the work of RJ Hubs, upcoming events and trainings, and about the value of restorative justice—a proactive approach to reducing violence and mass incarceration that is directly informed by the latest science on childhood trauma. Learn more at rjhubs.org.

06/16/2026

Good things happen when we stay connected.

The Gathering brings you restorative justice news, events, resources, and opportunities from across Illinois.

Join the conversation at rjhubs.org.

05/21/2026

Check out this story in The TRiiBE on Emmanuel Andre, a longtime leader in restorative justice and co-founder of Circles & Ciphers, an RJ Hub. His perspective challenges us to think differently about what safety can look like when community, relationships, and restoration are at the center.

Mayor Brandon Johnson’s new deputy mayor of community safety wants Chicago to listen to young people instead of criminalizing them.

05/12/2026

Save the Date: Join The Kenwood Oakland Community Organization for the 9th Annual We Walk For Her March.

04/30/2026

"A bill that would ask courts to incorporate restorative justice principles into the juvenile sentencing process in Illinois is one step closer to becoming law."

A bill that would ask courts to incorporate restorative justice principles into the juvenile sentencing process in Illinois is one step closer to becoming law. The proposed legislation aims to get courts to consider restorative-justice alternatives at all stages of juvenile-delinquency proceedings.....

04/16/2026

Restorative justice asks us to rethink how we support growth, accountability and opportunity. Read or listen to the full article, Possibilities and Obstacles for Those Seeking an Education in Illinois Prisons, at wbez.org/prisoncast-illinois.

03/20/2026

Check out this helpful resource from the Vera Institute of Justice focused on reducing girls’ involvement in the juvenile legal system: https://www.vera.org/ending-girls-incarceration-how-to

The 2025 report shares lessons from communities across the country and offers ideas to support practitioners, educators, and community partners in their work.

03/19/2026

How do we hold grief in community and begin to heal together? At our next RJ campfire, we’ll talk about how restorative practices help communities honor loss, support one another through trauma, and move toward healing.

All are welcome, whether you’re new to the work or have been part of it for years. Register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rj-campfire-approaches-to-community-grief-collective-healing-tickets-1984072491231?aff=oddtdtcreator

03/12/2026

This is what community-driven development looks like.
When older adults and longtime residents help shape what gets built in their neighborhood, the result is more than a building. It becomes a space for connection, dignity, and belonging. Looking forward to seeing The Kenwood Oakland Community Organization Silver Fox Cafe come to life in Bronzeville.

The Neighborhood Capital Fund, established in 2025, will grant approximately $20 million to Chicago organizations through 2027.

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