CHOOSE Freedom

Together, we’re Healing toward justice

CHOOSE Freedom is a community-based approach to reentry from incarceration to violence prevention and healing.

The traumas of incarceration and violence severely impact young people in our community. We believe in a restorative approach to healing and preventing future harm. Instead of perpetuating the cycle of violence and punishment, we can heal and form a stronger community.

Our team, led by people with lived experience, holds group sessions both in detention facilities and in community (via Zoom) to build relationships, learn from each other, and heal from trauma.

  • Goal setting

  • Identifying personal strengths

  • Alternatives to retaliation 

The groups (both youth and young adults) meet for 14 weeks to discuss topics such as:

  • Accountability

  • Trauma recovery

Eligibility: Anyone age 12-24 in King County who has been impacted by incarceration and/or gun violence can participate.

How to sign up: To get involved, please fill out the Community Referral Form and check the box for Choose Freedom.