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Cabrini Green Legal Aid (CGLA), established in 1973, was created to address the legal needs arising from systemic issues like poverty and racial inequity faced by the Cabrini Green community. Over the years, CGLA has expanded its reach to become a prominent resource across Chicago and Illinois, supporting low-income individuals impacted by the criminal legal system. With a mission to seek justice and mercy for those living in poverty, CGLA provides crucial legal services and advocacy designed to uplift individuals, families, and communities. Their comprehensive approach aims to proactively fill gaps in legal representation and wraparound services for those affected by criminal justice challenges. Generated from the website

Resolution Systems Institute (RSI) is a Chicago-based organization dedicated to enhancing access to dispute resolution services through innovative program administration, design, research, and evaluation. Since its inception in 1998, RSI has focused on various mediation programs, including child protection, eviction, and foreclosure mediation, working to make these processes more effective and impactful for the communities they serve. With a mission to foster and improve court alternative dispute resolution (ADR) practices, RSI provides resources such as guides, efficacy studies, and peer review tools to support the success of mediation programs. Through its commitment to research and engagement, RSI aims to expand the understanding and accessibility of dispute resolution options, contributing to the overall enhancement of justice systems. Generated from the website