Thank you to @turiryder.bsky.social for having ILJP Director Ahmadou Dramé @thedou13.bsky.social on the show to speak about the struggle of reentry and the Home for Good (homeforgoodillinois.com) legislation pending in Springfield. The conversation starts at 27:03. omny.fm/shows/joan-e...

ILJP Director @thedou13.bsky.social tells lawmakers Home for Good (HB3162/SB2403) fills “massive hole” in state’s human services system by expanding housing access for people with criminal records. Details below in @chicagotribune.com Learn more at homeforgoodillinois.com #homeforgoodillinois.com

Maria Garza’s life changed dramatically the day she was offered a home with $300-a-month rent. There’s a new push in Illinois to expand housing opportunities for people like Maria when they leave prison. www.chicagotribune.com/2025/03/28/o...

Legislation to improve Illinois public defense passed out of committee this week in Springfield. Learn more about the FAIR Act here. www.chicagotribune.com/2025/03/19/b...