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In a significant boost to public safety and rehabilitation efforts across Vermont, the Department of Justice has announced a $3.1 million investment that will benefit three programs across the state. This funding aims to enhance community safety and support innovative rehabilitation projects.The Burlington Community Justice Center is one of the three programs set to receive funding from this grant. The 26-year-old organization will soon be relocating to a more prominent location in downtown Burlington at the new Post Apartments, formerly known as the VFWThe Community Justice Center will receive $300,000 from the Justice Assistance Grant. This funding will facilitate their move to a new and more visible location, offering a space that better suits their needs. Rachel Jolly, Assistant Director of the Community Justice Center, expressed her enthusiasm about the upcoming move.The congressional earmark that we received from Senator Welch’s office is huge. It really allows for the fit-up of the office to meet our needs. Weve had five different homes in various Burlington locations, but this is really excitingdesigning a space that is more comfortable and inviting for both youth, adults, and family members, Jolly said.Jolly also expressed her excitement about the new opportunities this grant will create.Im looking forward to building the community division of the Community Justice Center so that were working more upstream before crime happens or even at the nexus of crime when people are looking for alternatives, Jolly said.In addition, the Justice Assistance Grant will support two other programs: the Community Restorative Practices Project and the Beyond Us and Them Program.In a statement, Senator Peter Welch emphasized the importance of the grant, saying, Vermonters deserve to feel safe and supported in their communities. Federal investments that strengthen community-driven public safety initiatives, which focus on both accountability and rehabilitation, are crucial for making Vermont a safer place to live.The Burlington Community Justice Center is set to move into its new space by fall 2025.