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The all-nighter is a fest of philosophical debate, performances, screenings, readings and music featuring philosophers and performers from around the world

The Justice 2020 Launch Committee will consist of criminal justice reform experts, defense groups, service providers, law enforcement, formerly incarcerated individuals, clergy and community leaders.

Today, New York City is conducting its annual homeless outreach population estimate. An unidentified homeless man, center, and Jennifer Sherry communicate using sign language at the man's encampment in Tompkins Square Park, Monday, Dec.

The Brooklyn Community Bail Fund has changed the realities for many incarcerated individuals by raising money to help them post bail. Photo: Brooklyn Community Bail Fund In 1976, the Bail Act was enacted in the U.S.

The report finds: Banning bail bonds would reduce short-term stays at Rikers Island and push forward bail reform in NYC and across the country.

An 'Evening for the People of Yemen' will feature performances by artists Hadi and Mohamed Eldebek, playwright Karen Malpede and actress Kathleen Chalfant, as well as a conversation with political analyst Ibraham Qatabi Photo courtesy Brooklyn For Pe

Jumaane Williams has a long history of progressive, on-the-ground activism, addressing issues such as public safety and policing, gun violence and immigration, tenant harassment Photo courtesy office of Councilmember Jumaane Williams Is Councilmember

Over 1,000 residents representing Haiti, the Caribbean, Africa, Asia and more gathered at Broadway and 7th avenues for a "Rally Against Racism"

BAM hosted the 2018 free community event, featuring Mayor de Blasio, Sen. Chuck Schumer, and keynote speaker Jelani Cobb.

In her new role, Cumbo will focus on support for M/WBEs, securing school funding and access to STEM education, and empowering girls as future leaders