The restorative justice program at Circuit Court of Cook County teaches conflict resolution, job skills, and even provides emotional support.
CHICAGO -- More than two dozen Chicagoans now have an opportunity to live their lives differently.
Twenty-nine young men and women now have clean slates after graduating from a six to nine-month-long program teaching participants conflict resolution and job skills. It even provides emotional support for overcoming trauma. A criminal record can serve as a barrier for people trying to find jobs, and experts say desperation can lead recidivism.
"Most of the participants, the defendants, they look like me," Asst. State's Attorney Jamal"Jay" Jackson said."So, it's a pleasure for me, you know, they see me, I see them and give them the 'what's up' nod. And they know, I'm here on your behalf."
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