Advocacy at JRI

Taking Action for Justice and Empowerment

Your voice matters,
and we want to help amplify it

We are deeply committed to ensuring those we serve and the broader community have their voices heard and their rights protected. Through legislative action, partnerships with advocacy organizations, and direct support for underrepresented populations, JRI is driving systemic change.

Legislative Advocacy: Strengthening Collective Voices

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JRI’s employees are at the forefront of our advocacy efforts, regularly engaging in discussions about state and federal legislation that impacts the populations we serve.

From youth justice to mental health, our advocacy extends across multiple issues, ensuring that our clients' needs are represented in every conversation.

We are proud to collaborate with other advocacy organizations and trade associations to amplify our impact, including:
Provider's Council
Mass. Association for 766-Approved Private Schools (MAAPS)
Association for Behavioral Healthcare (ABH)
Association of Developmental Disabilities Providers (ADDP)
Mass. Alliance of Juvenile Court Clinics (MAJCC)
Children’s League
Citizens for Juvenile Justice (CfJJ)
Coalition for Juvenile Justice (CJJ)
Mass. Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence
Connecticut Community Nonprofit Alliance
Rhode Island Coalition for Children and Families (RICCF), and many others.
Association for Children’s Residential and Community Services (ACRC)
Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Coalition (MIRA)

Civic Engagement: Empower Your Vote, Empower Your Voice

JRI is committed to encouraging civic participation. Through the CareVote initiative—a nonpartisan voter engagement program by Providers' Council—we urge our community members to register, vote, and stay informed. Find essential resources to help you navigate the voting process, including:
Voter Registration Guides
Absentee and Mail-In Voting Resources
Learn More and Access Resources
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Advocacy is a shared responsibility

Real, lasting change happens when we come together to advocate for the rights and dignity of all people. By staying informed, raising your voice, and taking action, you play a critical role in shaping a better future for those who need it most.
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JRI's intensive residential treatment programs, clinics, and community-based services are accredited by the Joint Commission. JRI's residential schools, group homes, day habilitation and Huntington at Symphony are accredited by CARF.
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