Essie Justice Group

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Essie Justice Group is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women with incarcerated loved ones. They focus on building a strong community that provides support and resources to heal and advocate for social change. Their Healing to Advocacy Program equips women with the tools to navigate the challenges of having a loved one in prison, fostering leadership and collective action among participants. With a mission centered on gender justice, they aim to mobilize women to address the systemic issues of mass incarceration, particularly affecting women of color. Their approach is rooted in community building and advocacy, making them a unique player in the social justice landscape.