Launched in June 2000, the Red Hook Community Justice Center is the nation's first multi-jurisdictional community court. Your Community. Your Court. #GoRedHook.
A project of @innovatingjustice + @nycourts The Red Hook judge has an array of sanctions and services at his disposal. These include community restitution projects, short-term psychoeducational groups, and long-term treatment (e.g., drug treatment, mental health treatment, and trauma-focused psychotherapy). Red Hook features an on-site clinic staffed by social service professionals who use trauma-
01/15/2026
In observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, our building will be closed on Monday, January 19th.
We honor Dr. King’s legacy 🕊️✨— but his message of justice, equality, and community isn’t just for one day. It’s a call to action every single day.💙🫱🏾🫲🏽☮️
Swipe through to reflect on some of his powerful words and the vision that continues to guide our work 🌟🌎
01/13/2026
🚨 Opportunity Alert! 🚨
Join us for our Job & Community Resource Fair on Wednesday, January 21st - 120 Schermerhorn Street, 5th Floor!
The Red Hook Community Justice Center, Kings County Criminal Court, and Brooklyn Justice Initiatives are teaming up to connect justice-involved youth and young adults with:
💼 Job opportunities
📚 Training opportunities
🤝 Community resources
🎤 An inspiring panel — featuring our very own Thaddeus Canty!
Come interview, connect, and take the next step toward your future ✨
12/18/2025
🏀✨ An Unforgettable Season Finale! ✨🏀
Last Saturday, we proudly celebrated the culmination of the Play for Purpose: Basketball Empowerment Program with an incredible community event!
🎉 Players, participants, and staff were recognized with trophies 🏆 and plaques for their dedication, hard work, and commitment throughout the season.
Giving back was at the heart of the day 💙 new coats and winter accessories🧥🧤were provided for adults and children to stay warm this winter, raffle prizes, and 100 grocery bags were distributed, with Food Bazaar Supermarket partnering with us by contributing additional food items.
A powerful reminder that this program is about more than basketball - it’s about community, support, and showing up for one another. 🙌🏽
| Monday | 9am - 4pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 4pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 4pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 4pm |
| Friday | 9am - 4pm |