Digital Literacy
The Institute for Community Justice is moving towards using a new software called Northstar Digital Literacy. More information to come!
Our Reentry Support Specialists are still assisting participants with any computer skills they wish to enhance, please contact Stephanie Butler at sbutler@fight.org or 215-525-0460 for further assistance.
GED Support
GED Referrals – We partner with The Helms Academy to provide quality, free GED classes and adult learning opportunities. These are available virtually so people can participate at their own pace. The Helms Academy also provides connection to college classes and pays for the GED test.
To be referred for GED services, please contact icj@fight.org or 215-525-0460 x362.
Healthcare Services
Our case management team connects participants with healthcare from the community health centers at Philadelphia FIGHT, which are free of charge and do not require insurance to see a health care provider.
John Bell Health Center
Provides comprehensive, culturally competent primary medical care to adults age 18 and older.
Y-HEP Adolescent and Young Adult Health Center
Provides inclusive and accessible healthcare for all youth (ages 13–24). Our services include: primary care, mental health care, sexual & reproductive health care and PrEP.
Pediatric and Adolescent Health Center
Offers high quality, accessible, primary care to Philadelphia children and youth from birth through age 18.
FIGHT Family Dentistry
Specializes in a trauma-informed approach to dental care and welcomes patients with dental anxiety or a history of infrequent dental visits. We also coordinate with Philadelphia FIGHT medical providers and case management to ensure priority scheduling for existing FIGHT patients.
Diana Baldwin Mental Health Clinic
Provides culturally competent behavioral health services that address the psychological, social and emotional needs of every patient.
BenePhilly
Offers FREE one-on-one enrollment support to help Philadelphia residents apply for over 20 public benefits. Trained counselors assist with completing applications, organizing key documents, and tracking their applications’ status.
To be referred for healthcare, please contact icj@fight.org or 215-525-0460.
Prison Linkages and Prison Support
Prison Linkages Program
ICJ works closely with people who are currently incarcerated and living with HIV in ensuring that their health care needs are met both during incarceration and post-release. Prison linkage specialists also provide court advocacy, health education, and reentry social services support.
To speak with a Prison Linkages Specialist, please contact one of the Linkages Specialists:
- For more information, please contact Stephanie Butler at sbutler@fight.org or call 215-525-0460
Prison Support Program
Through our Prison Support Program, ICJ works with individuals during their incarceration by providing support and advocacy, and assists with discharge planning for those within the Philadelphia Department of Prisons and Pennsylvania Department of Corrections.
- For more information, please contact Stephanie Butler at sbutler@fight.org or call 215-525-0460
Pre-entry Support
We provide support for persons currently incarcerated through our 8-week initiative titled Reentry Wellness and Work-Readiness Initiative (RWIN) throughout a few of the State Correctional Institutions in Pennsylvania to support individuals in a successful reentry back into communities.
Anger Management
Anger Management Series
Handling a Powerful Emotion in a Healthy Way.
A series designed for those impacted by mass incarceration. Participants successfully completing this 6-week program will earn a certificate of completion recognized by probation/parole and the judicial system. Transportation assistance based on need will be provided.
Participants will learn
- What triggers their anger
- To understand the difference between healthy anger and unhealthy anger
- How t o better communicate to get their needs met
- Situational management techniques
- How to manage anxiety and stress
To register contact Mr. Bond at jbond@fight.org or 215-525-8622 for more information.
Classes held every Monday from 10am -1:00pm with a lunch break.
Location: 1207 Chestnut St. Floor 2, Philadelphia, PA 19107
ICJ & Assurance Wireless Partnership
The Institute for Community Justice will begin providing phones in partnership with Assurance Wireless beginning January 17th, 2023. Please review the following criteria of eligibility and preparedness to see if you qualify.
The Institute for Community Justice and Assurance Wireless are partnering together to support our community. Eligible customers may get FREE Unlimited Data, Texts and Minutes each month, plus a FREE smartphone. Apply Today! (Applications are done on-site)
Please call 215-525-0460 for more information.
Eligibility Requirements & Preparation
- Must have proof of income at or below the Federal Poverty Line for your household and/or have proof of involvement in a government assistance program
- Only one Assurance Wireless phone per household. (Separate households that live at the same address may be eligible, including residents of homeless shelters and nursing homes. Residents with temporary addresses may also be eligible.
MUST BRING: Proof of Identity, Proof of Address, and Proof of Eligibility
Proof of Address
- Unexpired IDs (as listed above), Utility Bill (Dated within last 365 days), Income Document (ex. Paycheck, W2, tax return, unemployment, workers comp.), Typed Mortgage or Lease Statement with signatures from both parties, typed mailed envelope to your address stating postage paid or postmarked >365 days, residency letter, document with government seal. gov’t assistance benefits letter, etc.
Proof of Eligibility:
- Proof of Income at/below the Federal Poverty Line for your household
- And/or proof of participation in Government Assistance Program
Examples of Government Assistance Programs
SNAP Program (Food Stamps), Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income (SSI (Recommend bringing award letter), Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA),
- Veterans and Survivors Pension Benefit, Tribally Administered Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF), Tribal Head Start, Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR), Etc.
Examples of Income:
- Tax Return, Pay Stub(s), W2, Benefit Letter, etc.
The Institute for Community Justice (ICJ) provides services to those impacted by mass incarceration. Our services include:
- Case Management, Employment Services, Computer Literacy (NorthStar program), Anger Management, Parenting Class referrals, Job Readiness Program, Learners Permit Training, Pardons Assistance, Assurance Wireless Provider and Expungement Clinics
- ICJ also provide referrals to Housing, Legal Services, Medical Services, Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Participatory Defense Hubs, etc.
