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Celebrating Community Achievements and Initiatives

See Our Work in Action

These stories highlight our ongoing efforts to support the community and how we’re collectively making a difference in the lives of those we serve. Browse inspiring stories, discover new program initiatives, and learn more about our incredible team.

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Holly Mazelli
Vice President of Communications and Marketing
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May 1, 2023

Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance (MOVA) Honored Victim Rights Award Recipients

The Victim and Witness Assistance Board (VWAB) and the Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance (MOVA) presented Victim Rights Awards to victims, survivors, and providers who have made notable contributions to the victim services field
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April 24, 2023

Douglas Brooks Joins JRI

We are thrilled to announce that Douglas M. Brooks, MSW, has joined the JRI Board of Trustees. This is homecoming of sorts, as JRI was where Douglas honed his leadership skills before he left to join the Obama
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December 13, 2022

JRI named a Top Place to Work in Massachusetts for the Eighth Consecutive Year

JRI named a Top Place to Work in Massachusetts for the Eighth Consecutive Year
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December 8, 2022

Anchor Academy Student Spotlight

When students enroll at Anchor Academy, we look well beyond their past difficulties and struggles, and we are able to give each student a fresh start. This past week, we were reminded of this aspect of our school after receiving a visit from one of our recent graduates.
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December 2, 2022

Jenese Brownhill speaks on Youth Violence

With rising incidents of juvenile crime, including a spate of youth-involved shootings and firearms arrests, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu has announced the creation of a new city task force aimed at preventing youth violence
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October 11, 2022

Recipients Express Scholarship Significance

Congratulations to the several members who were selected as scholarship recipients and have been awarded scholarships to undertake studies for their master’s degrees.

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