BOSTON, MA, August 19, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- On Friday, August 15, 2025, Justice 4 Housing proudly hosted a Graduation Ceremony honoring participants from three of its life-changing programs:

· Cohort 1 of the Culinary Arts Program

· Cohort 2 of the Stable Housing and Reintegration Program (SHARP)

· Cohort 3 of the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Program

The celebration took place from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Roxbury Community College Media Arts Center, located at 1234 Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA 02120.

This milestone event recognized the determination, growth, and achievements of formerly incarcerated individuals working toward housing stability, economic mobility, and career development through Justice 4 Housing's comprehensive programming.

The evening featured remarks from notable state and city leaders, including:

· Rachael Rollins, Former U.S. Attorney

· Representative Samantha Montaño

· Senator Lydia Edwards

· Sue Nohl, Cambridge Housing Authority

These distinguished speakers reflected on the power of second chances and the critical importance of housing justice, education, and workforce readiness in breaking cycles of incarceration.

"We have achieved what many thought was impossible," said Justice 4 Housing Founder & Executive Director, Leslie Credle. "Today, we celebrate our graduates who have overcome systemic barriers with resilience and commitment. Their resilience and commitment drives our mission forward."

Justice 4 Housing remains committed to dismantling housing discrimination against justice-impacted individuals and creating pathways to long-term reintegration through community, skill-building, and advocacy.

This graduation marks not only the conclusion of these cohorts' programs—but the beginning of their continued journeys toward independence, purpose, and opportunity. For more information, please visit: https://justice4housing.org

Justice 4 Housing (J4H) is a grassroots organization that provides housing and family reunification to Justice Involved Individuals (JIIs) through policy, advocacy, and service. J4H believes in a Housing First approach because a safe and stable home is crucial for a successful reentry to society. We are dedicated to the abolishment of discriminatory federal, state, and local housing policies that limit access to affordable housing for JIIs.

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