Chicago Community Jail Support

@chicommunityjs.bsky.social does the work of providing assistance to those who are released from Cook County jail.
They were among the first to report and document this shameful practice on the part of Cook County Jail.

Summer is in full swing, and with the recent and upcoming heat waves, we’re asking for some funds to replenish supplies at the tent!

💧 We’re raising $ to restock snacks, drinks, personal hygiene supplies and more for people coming out.

💜 Donate at bit.ly/summerccjs 💜

@nlgchicago.bsky.social have posted about Chicago arrests from the protest last night, and @chicommunityjs.bsky.social supports everyone released from our county jail with snacks, jackets when it's cold, bus cards, and even rides to the precinct where their stuff is and home.

If you’re in Chicago, a great way to learn more directly about the experience of incarceration - and help people who’ve just experienced it! - is to volunteer for a @chicommunityjs.bsky.social jail support shift! bsky.app/profile/that...

Trump calls arrest of Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil ‘first of many to come’ President says in post his administration ‘will not tolerate’ actions of protesters at Columbia and other US universities

Trump said "that the arrest of a prominent Palestinian activist who helped lead Columbia University’s pro-Palestinian protests last year, is the “first arrest of many to come.”
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

Emails obtained by Zeteo reveal that Mahmoud Khalil, the Palestinian Columbia graduate arrested by the Trump admin, asked the university for protection one day before his arrest.

Read the full story by @premthakker.bsky.social: zeteo.com/p/scoop-emai...

BREAKING: Indigenous activist Leonard Peltier released from prison after nearly 50 years

How To Volunteer :: Chicago Community Jail Support We are always looking for more volunteers! From people on the ground to drivers to designers to social media wizards, we need all the help we can get!

We are always looking for more volunteer support, especially as nights get cold! 💗 🥰 The more the merrier, so find out how you can get involved here: chicago-community-jail-support.webnode.page/my-work/

Even colder tonight but we had fire, blankets, & camaraderie. And the colder it is the more essential it is to be out there giving coats, rides, snacks, phone calls, and a place by the fire to people just released from jail.

Chicago Community Jail Support are on Bluesky! @chicommunityjs.bsky.social

They try to do 1-2 shifts outside the jail every day, and welcome volunteers. There’s very little barrier to getting involved in this work.

Also, with my added eyeballs, I’m going to shout out this org again because they’re great.

Also, if you’re not in the Chicago area, please investigate jail support opportunities around you.

We agree! So honored to be included in this important book.

I've volunteered with CCJS in the past, and it's always felt like a small ask of the volunteers for a big impact on folks getting released from jail.

I cannot overstate how fulfilling this work is. Seeing the difference you make in someone’s experience of being released is really something.

Chicago Community Jail Support What is Chicago Community Jail Support?

CCJS is always seeking volunteers!
Come out for a shift at 27th & Cali; we operate nightly!!

🚐 6:00pm - Supply pick-up and set-up
⛺ 6:30-9:00pm - 1st shift
🚗 9:00-11:30pm - 2nd shift
🛠️11:30-12:00am - Breakdown

visit tinyurl.com/chicommunityjailsupport to get plugged in with the team and a buddy!

We know this certainly isn’t justice for serving 50 years unjustly in prison, but Leonard’s release is worth celebrating. We are so grateful to everyone across Mother Earth who advocated and organized to FINALLY #FreeLeonardPeltier ❤️‍🔥

YouTube video by NDN Collective He sounded fired up. He was joyous in his voice. And he said, ‘I’m going to be coming home!’

“[Leonard Peltier] read [the commutation] out loud. He sounded fired up. He was joyous in his voice. And he said, ‘I’m going to be coming home!’”

On Tuesday, January 21st, NDN Collective’s CEO and Founder, Nick Tilsen, gave an update on Native American Calling on Leonard Peltier’s reaction,

YouTube video by Unicorn Riot Precinct in Ruins: Minneapolis Fights for the Legacy of the 2020 Uprising

Precinct in Ruins: Minneapolis Fights for the Legacy of the 2020 Uprising

45 Democrats Vote With GOP to Pass Bill Sanctioning ICC Over Netanyahu Warrant “Republicans want to sanction the ICC simply because they don’t want the rules to apply to everyone,” one lawmaker said.

“What’s their top priority the first week of the new Congress? Lowering costs? Addressing the housing crisis? No, it’s sanctioning the International Criminal Court to protect genocidal maniac Netanyahu so he can continue the genocide in Gaza,” said Rep. Rashida Tlaib.

Happy New Year! We look forward to continuing to build community with you all. We are still accepting winter donations at our tent at 27th & California!Thursdays 7-9pm

Seeking:
• coats (size L-3XL)
• winter hats
• thick hoodies
• warm calf/knee-length socks
• thick sweaters
• hand warmers
• gloves