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Momentum Builds for Criminal Justice Reform in New York City

April 14, 2016 (New York, NY)— The #CLOSErikers coalition held a rally on the steps of New York City Hall today, in a major public kick-off of their campaign to close Rikers Island Jail Complex.

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The #CLOSErikers Group To Launch A Citywide Campaign To Close Rikers Island By Holding A Rally On The Steps Of City Hall

In 2016, a growing citywide coalition, led by JustLeadershipUSA, in partnership with the Katal Center for Health, Equity, and Justice, formed to organize and advocate for the closure of Rikers Island, and shrinkage and decentralization of NYC’s jail system.

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