In an evolving justice landscape, the Crime and Justice Institute (CJI) remains a trusted partner for leaders, advocates, and communities striving for meaningful change. Even amid federal funding reductions, CJI sustained its impact by diversifying funding sources, forging strategic partnerships, and broadening its national reach.
Thank you to all our partners, whose commitment to improving outcomes through evidence-informed solutions made this year possible.
2025 Highlights
- Stronger Communities: Partnered with leaders in 26 states and 18 counties
- Policy Impact: Supported the passage or protection of 20+ policies
- Knowledge Sharing: Published 9 reports, delivered 7 presentations, facilitated 6 trainings, and convened at 12 conferences
- Youth Justice: Adopted policies reducing recidivism and modernizing supervision
- Amplified Voices: Reached over 2,100 subscribers through our newsletter
And through the Coming Home Directory, in collaboration with Community Resources for Justice, we provided access to 250+ local agencies that support reentry for people in the Greater Boston area.
Partner With Us
Reach out to us at cjiconnect@cjinstitute.org to explore new approaches, uncover practical solutions, and discover what’s possible for your community. Together, we can achieve lasting, meaningful change.
What Partners Are Saying
“CJI are inside game pros and wonderful partners—working closely with our team to advance smart, evidence-based, and just policies.”— Julie James, Vice President of Criminal Justice Policy, Arnold Ventures
“Over many years working to strengthen criminal justice systems, I’ve seen few organizations as trusted or effective as the Crime and Justice Institute.” — Adam Gelb, CEO, Council on Criminal Justice
“As a legislator, there’s a small pool of people who you can pick up the phone and ask, “what’s the truth here?’ Very few organizations have that perspective – and CJI does.” — Senator Jeff Brandes, Florida Legislature
More Resources
Visit our Training and Publications pages to explore research and tools supporting criminal justice policy, reducing recidivism, and improving public safety nationwide
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