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Laying the groundwork for a more inclusive mental health system
WNYC’s “Breaking Point” series paints a vivid picture of a city where far too…
Feb 26, 2015
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Responding to the lasting impact of violence
When poverty, mental health, and criminal justice intersect, violence often…
Feb 25, 2015
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Dealing with contentious incidents
Contentious police incidents, such as an officer-involved shooting or use of…
Feb 20, 2015
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Replace fear with science for effective NYC justice reform
New York City’s extraordinary drop in crime—best evidenced by murders…
Feb 19, 2015
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Effective approaches to connecting with diverse communities
As police officers, we are vested with an awesome amount of power and authority…
Feb 17, 2015
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A holistic approach to helping young people achieve
Every day at Good Shepherd Services (GSS), we see how precariously many of the…
Feb 13, 2015
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New blog series explores importance of police/community trust
Across the country, people of all races and ethnicities are talking about…
Feb 09, 2015

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A place to call home
Programs for young students in elementary schools and for teens in the foster…
Feb 05, 2015
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New blog series with WNYC explores intersection of mental health, poverty, and the justice system in NYC
The behavioral healthcare system in the U.S. fails to meet the needs of too…
Feb 03, 2015
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Immigration Executive Action
On November 20, 2014, President Obama announced his “Immigration Accountability…
Jan 30, 2015
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