Civic Justice Corps

Young people who have been incarcerated, who are on probation or on parole need a second chance to succeed in life. CJC engages those who’ve been involved with the penal system, who are not working or in school. Program participants receive job training, personal guidance from qualified leaders, a modest stipend and educational opportunities.
In return, corps members improve their communities by planting trees in bare urban landscapes, weatherizing the homes of low-income neighbors, replacing sidewalks on dilapidated streets, and supporting efforts to “green” local communities.

Eligibility

• Age 16 to 24
• Priority given to those who have been incarcerated, on probation or parole
• Not working or in school

Training Site
701 Chamberlain Avenue, Perth Amboy

More Information
Contact:
Program Director Yudelkis Hernandez at (732) 376-0500 or send e-mail to yudelkis.hernandez@jrfnj.org
Program Coordinator Edison Jaquez at (732) 376-0500 or send e-mail to Edison.jaquez@jrfnj.org

Funding
New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Criminal Justice

The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation-New Jersey Health Initiative