Avenues for Justice, Inc.
Non-profit OrganizationsNew York, United States11-50 Employees
Avenues for Justice, Inc. is a nonprofit organization focused on preventing youth involvement with the criminal justice system by offering a supervised program that combines court advocacy, tutoring, and mentorship. The services connect participants with access to drug, alcohol, and mental health treatment, as well as job training, aiming to position graduates for successful outcomes and reduce recidivism, with more than 90% of graduates not committing further crimes. The organization serves a youth population, delivering support across multiple program sites in New York City, and operates within the broader nonprofit sector that addresses justice and rehabilitation. Based in New York City, the group emphasizes expanding its reach and impact through partnerships and program development, including recent initiatives such as launching a historical series on mass incarceration and expanding its office footprint. The organization positions itself as an alternative-to-incarceration program, operating in the nonprofit arena and serving as a community resource for court-centered advocacy, education, and career readiness for youth.