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Photo by Portraits of Justice © 2018 Mural Arts Program / Russell Craig & Jesse Krimes, Municipal Services Building. Photo by Steve Weinik.

Division of Criminal Justice

Advancing collaborative reforms in Philadelphia's criminal and juvenile justice systems that produce racial equity and community safety.

Division of Criminal Justice

What we do

The Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ) advances the Parker administration’s goals of public safety and community well-being by reforming Philadelphia’s criminal and juvenile justice systems. We advance collaborative and data-driven strategies that:

  • Foster meaningful community partnerships.
  • Identify and break down barriers to racial equity.
  • Increase opportunities for diversion away from the justice system.
  • Safely reduce the jail population.

DCJ also supports the following programs:

Connect

Email ops@phila.gov

BHU data dashboard

Learn about the Police Department’s Behavioral Health Unit (BHU)

The BHU partners with behavioral health professionals to de-escalate crisis situations and connect individuals with supportive services.

View the dashboard

Announcements

June is Philadelphia Reentry Awareness Month

Philadelphia City Council formally recognized June as Philadelphia Reentry Awareness Month in 2019, citing the intersections of reentry as a social, public safety, community and economic issue. Every year, hundreds of thousands of Philadelphians come home from federal, state, and local prisons and jails. They begin the process of returning to our communities, raising families, seeking employment, and trying to build stable lives. In June, we celebrate the returning citizens who show up daily with resilience and determination, we hold space and work to bring awareness, and we honor the providers, employers, advocates, and faith leaders doing this work alongside us.

REGISTER FOR REENTRY SERVICES HERE: Connect: Intake Form

CHECK OUT A FEW OF OUR UPCOMING EVENTS! Attend an event or volunteer to help returning citizens.

Events

  • Jun
    16
    Division of Reentry Transforming Justice Conference with Uplift Solutions
    9:00 am to 4:00 pm
    Howard Gittis Student Center, 1755 N 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19122, USA

    Division of Reentry Transforming Justice Conference with Uplift Solutions

    June 16, 2026
    9:00 am to 4:00 pm, 7 hours
    Howard Gittis Student Center, 1755 N 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19122, USA
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    Philadelphia Office of Public Safety Division of Reentry is hosting a series of events in June to celebrate Reentry Awareness Month. Register for Reentry Services or check out more upcoming events by visiting phila.gov/reentry, emailing: dor@phila.gov, or calling 215-683-3370.
  • Jun
    16
    AntiViolence Community Partnership Grants program announcement
    10:00 am to 11:00 am
    Mayor's Reception Room, Room 202, City Hall

    AntiViolence Community Partnership Grants program announcement

    June 16, 2026
    10:00 am to 11:00 am, 1 hour
    Mayor's Reception Room, Room 202, City Hall
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    Mayor Cherelle L. Parker and Chief Public Safety Director Adam Geer will announce the next round of Targeted Community Investment Grant (TCIG) program recipient organizations. TCIG is one of three City programs investing over $30 million in FY26 in antiviolence dollars into community organizations by the Parker Administration.
  • Jun
    18
    OPS Division of Reentry & the Mayor's Office of BME Present: Parenting Action Network (PAN) Parenting Skills Group
    11:00 am to 1:00 pm
    Central, Reentry Hub, 1425 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA

    OPS Division of Reentry & the Mayor's Office of BME Present: Parenting Action Network (PAN) Parenting Skills Group

    June 18, 2026
    11:00 am to 1:00 pm, 2 hours
    Central, Reentry Hub, 1425 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
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    Next session begins June 4th and runs for 8 weeks in person. Topics include: effective communication, trauma & self-care, alternatives to physical discipline, discipline vs. punishment, and more. For more information or to register: scan the QR code on the flyer, click the link, or contact Khalil Morrison khalil.morrison@phila.gov.

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