Our Impact
We work to end extreme sentences for children and youth in Illinois and replace them with compassionate, common-sense policies that bring people home sooner and make communities safer.
Our policy team engages with Illinois legislators to advocate for criminal legal system reform around sentencing as well as the humanity of those currently or formerly incarcerated and their families.
We also support returning citizens and family members of incarcerated loved ones with a variety of programs and training.
read stories about our impact
The selection of stories below highlights the some of the successes of Restore Justice.
Wendell’s story
“None of us are who we were at 17. I believe we have to start giving a real look within to see all the treasures that have been thrown away. When you give us the chance to be useful, we take it; we make amends.”
Najei’s story
“Being at Restore Justice now, I am starting to feel powerful, like I can really help people who are still in prison and people coming home.”
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Join our advocacy team
The Advocacy Team is a group of passionate people who meet regularly while the Illinois General Assembly is in session and take action on our policy priorities. Team members also have the opportunity to learn more about how to develop relationships with legislators, the legislative process, and the most effective ways to build support for issues that matter in Springfield.
Learn moreTake action with RJI
Restore Justice Illinois (RJI) is a 501 (c) 4 organization that utilizes its resources to engage in electoral work to support candidates with our shared values running for office in Illinois. Join our Political Action Team today to help elect candidates who will support and protect criminal legal system reform.
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