Choosing Justice Initiative
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1623 Haynes Meade Circle, Nashville, TN 37207, USA
EIN Number: 83-0975952
contact information
Phone: (615) 431-3746
Hours: Open
Mon - Fri 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (EST)
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Website: https://www.cjinashville.org/
Email: info@cjinashville.org
NTEE Code: I80: Legal Services
MISSION - WHAT WE DO
Representing defendants in their court cases at no cost to the defendants.
VISION - GOALS AND ASPIRATIONS
CJI’s vision is for a criminal legal system in Nashville where everyone experiences justice. What is justice? What justice means to each of us is influenced and shaped by our culture, our education, our family history, our spiritual beliefs, and our own life experiences. For some, it is punishment and retribution; for others, it is forgiveness and healing. Because of our differences, what looks and feels like justice to one person may very well look and feel like injustice to someone else. CJI was founded in late 2018 by former Nashville Public Defender Dawn Deaner, whose perspective on justice was heavily influenced by her 21 years advocating on behalf of poor people in Nashville’s criminal legal system. After learning about restorative justice, and reflecting upon how routinely she witnessed injustice in the courtroom and beyond, Dawn was ready to work for justice in a new way – one that empowered people suffering injustice to pursue justice as they defined it. At CJI, we believe justice exists when every person has equal freedom under the law to exercise the power of choice and self-determination in relationship with others, and when peace is maintained by a shared respect for the dignity of every person – regardless of their circumstances – and treating every person equitably.
SERVICES - HOW WE DO IT
We provide free high-quality criminal defense and related legal services to indigent and underprivileged persons accused or convicted of crimes in Tennessee who request our representation, and promote the elimination of wealth-based disparities and injustice in Tennessees criminal legal system.
Causes
Services Offered
- Criminal Defense Services
Populations Served
- Economically Disadvantaged People
- Incarcerated People
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1623 Haynes Meade Circle, Nashville, TN 37207, USA
https://www.cjinashville.org/
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Causes
Services Offered
- Criminal Defense Services
Populations Served
- Economically Disadvantaged People
- Incarcerated People