Rikers Island Reform Coalition

The Rikers Island Reform Coalition is a group dedicated to advocating for improvements and changes in the management and conditions of Rikers Island, New York City’s primary jail complex. They aim to promote safety, fairness, and humane treatment for incarcerated individuals while pushing for reforms that reduce reliance on incarceration, improve oversight, and ensure accountability. Their goal is to create a more just and effective correctional system that prioritizes rehabilitation and respects human rights, ultimately working toward closing Rikers Island and replacing it with more community-based alternatives.