Upclose with members
Our UpClose series invites members to participate in a short conversation about highlights of their work, meaningful experiences related to criminal justice, and CCJ’s value to the field.
UpClose With Eduardo Bocanegra
Eduardo Bocanegra, senior director of READI Chicago, discusses the challenges his organization faces as it works to reduce urban gun violence, his optimism given the diverse set of leaders now engaged on the problem, and how his experience as a formerly incarcerated person shapes his perspective.
UpClose With Cynthia Lum
Our video feature this month spotlights Dr. Cynthia Lum, professor of Criminology, Law and Society and director of George Mason University’s Center for Evidence-Based Crime Policy.
UpClose With Dan Meyer
Nehemiah Manufacturing Co. Founder Dan Meyer speaks about his mission to build brands, create jobs, and change lives through employment and whole life coaching in Cincinnati.
UpClose With Alice Marie Johnson
Alice Marie Johnson is an advocate, speaker, author, and activist who is the CEO of the Taking Action for Good Foundation.
UpClose With Carlos Martinez
An immigrant from Cuba, Carlos Martinez, public defender of Miami-Dade County, has made indigent defense his life’s work.