Justice plays a vital role in the work of the Mayor’s Office of Black Male Engagement. Because of persistent inequalities in the justice system for men and boys of color, these organizations are especially important to our work. They include organizations that will help navigate the justice system, prevent recidivism, and provide resources as people reenter the workforce.

Do you think your organization should be added to the list? Please reach out to Jack Drummond, Director of Black Male Engagement, at jack.drummond@phila.gov.

Free Library of Philadelphia – Black Lives Matter

The Free Library of Philadelphia supports this belief of the international activist movement that campaigns against violence toward black people. They are a haven for all people to learn, explore, and grow in the knowledge that they are safe and respected within our walls.

The Black & Brown Workers Cooperative

Black and Brown Workers Collective (BBWC), a direct action social justice entity, have come together to combat injustices that manifest both in and out of the non-profit organizational structure and in the broader community of Philadelphia. Their mission is to actively challenge, resist, and dismantle those colonialist, white supremacist, and oppressive systems that impact the lives of Black and Brown workers.

Phone: (267) 422-2926
Email: blackandbrownworkerscollective@gmail.com

The Police Athletic League (PAL)

The Police Athletic League (PAL) is a youth development organization that helps reduce crime in neighborhoods by offering free educational, athletic, recreational, character-building, and cultural programs to Philadelphia’s youth, ages 6-18, while creating a positive relationship between youth and the Philadelphia Police.

PAL has 20 convenient locations throughout Philadelphia. Find the PAL location nearest you.

Philadelphia Black Pride (Black Gay Pride)

Philadelphia Black Pride (Philadelphia Black Gay Pride) was the birth child of the COLOURS Organization, the only LBGTQ health service organization in Philadelphia primarily serviced by and for people of color. Their mission is to transform the living and social environments of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) people of color. They aim to create multicultural opportunities that educate, inspire, improve, and celebrate the experiences of LGBTQ individuals through programs, policy, advocacy, partnerships, and relationship building.

P.O Box 22515
Philadelphia, PA 19110
Email: info@phillyblackpride.org

R.I.S.E. Program (Reintegration Services)

The Mayor’s Office of Reintegration Services (RISE) is one of the largest re-entry organizations in Philadelphia. Working with other social service agencies, we use proven strategies to make sure more people do well after they leave prison.

1425 Arch St, 1st Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Phone: (215) 683-3370
Email: rise@phila.gov

Mothers In Charge, Inc.

Mothers In Charge, Inc. is a violence prevention, education, and intervention-based organization, which advocates and supports youth, young adults, families, and community organizations affected by violence.

520 Delaware Ave #302
Philadelphia, PA 19123
Phone: (215) 228-1718
Email: info@mothersincharge.org

Philadelphia Reentry Coalition

The Reentry Coalition brings agencies and organizations working on reentry in Philadelphia together to collectively reduce recidivism.

Phone: (215) 686-2123
Email: philareentrycoalition@gmail.com

Community Legal Services

Community Legal Services (CLS) has provided free civil legal assistance to more than one million low-income Philadelphians. Approximately 10,000 clients were represented by CLS in the past year. CLS assists clients when they face the threat of losing their homes, incomes, health care, and even their families.

Center City Office:
1424 Chestnut St.
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Phone: 215-981-3700

North Philadelphia Office:
1410 W. Erie Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19140
Phone: 215-227-2400

Diversified Community Services

Diversified Community Services provides services that strengthens and coordinates efforts of Point Breeze and surrounding communities on behalf of children, youth, and families, especially those that are most vulnerable.

1529 S. 22nd St.
Philadelphia, PA 19146
Phone: 215-336-5505

Urban League of Philadelphia

The Urban League of Philadelphia is a community-based movement devoted to empowering African Americans to enter the economic and social mainstream.

121 Broad St, 9th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Phone: (215) 985-3220
Email: info@urbanleaguephila.org

The Youth Violence Reduction Partnership

The Youth Violence Reduction Partnership aims to reduce the number of homicides by working with young people who most are most likely to kill or be killed by age 25. The program offers frequent home visits, drug treatment, job readiness services, as well as referrals for mental and behavioral health counseling for participants and their parents. The program is a collaborative effort with the Philadelphia’s Offices of Adult and Juvenile probation, the Philadelphia Police Department, the Office of the District Attorney, and Philadelphia Anti-Drug/Anti-Violence Network.

2700 N. 17th St, Suite 200
Philadelphia, PA 19132
Phone: (215) 940-0550

Institute for the Development of African American Youth

IDAAY is a youth oriented non-profit organization serving youth throughout the city of Philadelphia in four key areas: education, parenting, prevention, and the juvenile justice system.

5548 Chestnut St, First Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19139
Phone: (215) 235-9110

The Philadelphia Anti-Drug/Anti-Violence Network

The Philadelphia Anti-Drug/Anti-Violence Network works in Philadelphia’s communities to address drug abuse and violence. They offer access to a variety of services, including drug intervention, counseling, education, job readiness, and community service.

2700 N. 17th St #200
Philadelphia, PA 19132
Phone: (215) 940-0550