October 29, 2024
Chicago Beyond Hosts National Justice Convening
On October 21-22, 2024, Chicago Beyond hosted its inaugural National Justice Convening, a Conversation on Holistic Safety in Corrections, in Chicago. Sta
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NPR All Things Considered: Jails are embracing video-only visits, but some experts say screens aren't enough
In this new NPR piece for All Things Considered, the voice of our Managing Director of Justice Initiatives, Dr. Nneka Jones Tapia, brings light to the importance of trauma-informed family visits at jails and prisons, such as the program with our partners at Cook County Sheriff’s Office IL.
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News & Events
October 8, 2024
NBA Foundation, Chicago Beyond, and Chicago Bulls Announce Grant Recipients for Initiative Supporting Nonprofits Driving Economic Opportunity for Black Youth and Communities
Today, national philanthropic organization Chicago Beyond, in partnership with the NBA Foundation and the Chicago Bulls, announced the continuation of a $1 million collaboration to support Black-led nonprofit organizations that are creating opportunities
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October 7, 2024
Vermont Public: Vermont prisons work to improve visitation experiences for children of incarcerated fathers
State corrections officials want to improve child visitation practices at Vermont's men's prisons. They're working with the nonprofit Chicago Beyond to overhaul current practices and prioritize the mental health of kids and their incarcerated parents.
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