Tag: Rikers Island

• NYC Council Pushes for Democracy During Detention Act to Secure Voting Rights for Incarcerated Individuals

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  Apr 15

  In a significant push for voting rights, the New York City Council convened on April 14, 2026, to discuss the Democracy During Detention Act, a proposed legislation aimed at ensuring… more ›

• New Therapeutic Housing Unit at Bellevue Hospital to Support Incarcerated Individuals with Health Needs as NYC Moves to Close Rikers Island

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  Apr 8

  The Mayor’s Office announced the opening of a new therapeutic housing unit for incarcerated individuals at Bellevue Hospital, marking a significant step toward closing Rikers Island. This facility, designed for… more ›

• NYC Council Addresses Urgent Staffing Shortages in Corrections at Preliminary Budget Hearing

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  Mar 25

  The New York City Council held a preliminary budget hearing on March 24, 2026, focusing on the Department of Correction (DOC) and the pressing issue of staffing shortages within the… more ›

• NYC Council Advocates Push for $24.6 Million Boost in Alternatives to Incarceration Funding to Enhance Community Safety

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  Mar 19

  In a recent New York City Council hearing focused on public safety and alternatives to incarceration (ATI) budgets, advocates requested a significant increase of $24.6 million towards ATI and re-entry… more ›

• Historic Appointment: Stanley Richards Becomes First Formerly Incarcerated Commissioner of NYC Correction Department

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  Feb 2

  Mayor Mamdani recently appointed five new city commissioners, including Stanley Richards as the first formerly incarcerated individual to lead the Department of Correction. This historic appointment aims to bring about… more ›

• City Council Calls for Urgent Reforms to Rikers Island Visitation Process

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  Dec 11

  During a recent New York City Council hearing, lawmakers and advocates discussed urgent changes to improve the visitation process at Rikers Island. They noted that both family members and attorneys… more ›

• Mental Health Takes Center Stage in Rikers Island Closure Discussions

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  Apr 18

  City officials and advocates emphasized the crucial role of mental health assessments in proposed reforms to the criminal justice system during a recent public meeting aimed at advancing the closure… more ›

• Rikers Island Closure: City Officials Push for Urgent Reform and Mental Health Focus

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  Apr 18

  City officials and community advocates gathered on April 16, 2025, to discuss reforms aimed at expediting the closure of Rikers Island, as the current timeline projects the facility will remain… more ›

• City Council Hearing Exposes Disparities in Supportive Housing Allocation Across NYC Neighborhoods

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  Apr 18

  The City Council’s recent hearing on April 16, 2025, highlighted the ongoing discussions surrounding equitable distribution of resources for supportive housing across New York City, particularly in light of the… more ›

• Urgent Call for Mental Health Reform at Rikers Island: Advocates Push for Treatment Over Incarceration

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  Apr 18

  During a recent public hearing focused on criminal justice reform and conditions on Rikers Island, city officials and advocates raised urgent concerns surrounding the treatment of individuals with mental health… more ›

• Concerns Rise Over Delays in Borough-Based Jails: Community Safety at Stake as Rikers Closure Deadline Approaches

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  Mar 20

  A recent public meeting addressed vital concerns regarding the timeline for the city’s borough-based jails and their implications for community safety. City officials outlined anticipated completion dates for these new… more ›

• NYC Council Urged to Prioritize Mental Health Funding Over Incarceration in Budget Hearing

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  Mar 11

  During a budget hearing on March 7, the New York City Council discussed critical funding for mental health services aimed at preventing incarceration. Advocates and providers emphasized the importance of… more ›

• City Council Takes Action: New Legislation Aims to Combat Sexual Abuse in Correctional Facilities

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  Feb 28

  During a recent New York City Council meeting, lawmakers proposed critical legislative measures aimed at enhancing accountability for sexual abuse within the city’s correctional facilities. A significant focus was placed… more ›

• New Legislation Seeks Greater Accountability for Sexual Abuse Reporting in NYC Jails

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  Feb 27

  At a recent City Council meeting, legislators discussed critical enhancements aimed at improving accountability measures for sexual abuse reporting within New York City’s correctional facilities. Sponsored by Council Member Farah… more ›

• Adams Proposes Involuntary Hospitalization Policy for Mental Health Crisis

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  Jan 8

  Mayor Eric Adams outlined the rationale behind a proposed involuntary hospitalization policy for individuals grappling with severe mental health issues during a recent media availability at City Hall. Mayor Adams… more ›