Women's Community Justice Association

Based in New York, NY, the Women's Community Justice Association represents a movement built by and for justice-impacted women and gender-expansive people. Since its founding in 2018, WCJA has grown into a vital community resource rooted in the lived experiences of those most affected by mass incarceration. The organization's leadership structure centers the voices and wisdom of justice-impacted women, ensuring that advocacy and services reflect the real needs of the communities they serve. WCJA's mission is to fight for a safe, dignified, and fair system for all women and gender-expansive New Yorkers, particularly those from Black and Brown communities disproportionately affected by incarceration. The organization's vision extends beyond incremental reforms to fundamentally disrupt and dismantle the unjust systems that have perpetuated harm and trauma. Through community relationships and solidarity-based work, WCJA demonstrates that meaningful change emerges from listening to and empowering those with direct experience of the justice system. The association's commitment to healing, wellness, and collective liberation makes it a trusted partner for New Yorkers seeking authentic, community-led solutions to criminal justice inequities.