Justice Forward

Calling all music fans! Mark your calendars on May 21st—we're hosting Recover Out Loud: Sober Fest 2023 at White Oak Music Hall with the Party Sober Partnership. Stay tuned for more details!

Our CEO Devon Anderson recently traveled to Austin to testify in support of House Bill 252. If it passes, the bill will allow Specialty Court graduates to seek petitions for nondisclosure upon completion of their probation. Learn more on our blog. bit.ly/3nr6r3y

Looking for a practical guide to mental health? Our favorite tip is number 5: Turn to the wilderness for healing. What’s yours? nyti.ms/3FUyj5L

The 2nd Annual H-Town Sober Chili Cookoff was a huge success! We enjoyed music, dancing and delicious food with the Party Sober Partnership. Shout-out to our guest judges, congrats to all the winners, and thanks to everyone who attended and helped make this event possible!

We were happy to support SOAR Court alumni Vanessa by providing her with a laptop and pairs of scrubs needed for the next stage of her nursing program at the CHCP. Justice Forward funds essential programs that help individuals and families in the next chapter of their lives.

Save the date for Ready, Aim, Change! Join us at 1 p.m. on April 3rd at Greater Houston Sports Club to kick off our annual Sporting Clays Tournament. Become a donor and help support our mission to break the cycle of incarceration. Learn more at justiceforwardtx.org/event-tickets

Medications can really help people in recovery, but did you know that fewer than 15% of patients who could benefit actually receive them? Read more from @NPR about how pharmacists can help get addiction medication directly to the patients who need them. n.pr/3kFm6L8

Don't forget to join us this Saturday from 10am-4pm for the annual H-Town Sober Chili Cookoff. This free Party Sober Partnership event will feature local celebrity judges, door prizes, and delicious chili! Details & registration: bit.ly/3kQGdWJ

When you first get sober, it can feel like your social life is gone. From movie nights to chili cookoffs, sober events are not only fun, but they also connect us to others on our journey, says CEO Devon Anderson. bit.ly/3YRhGQ4

From visiting a museum to going for a nature hike, there are plenty of sober ways to celebrate Valentine's Day with a partner or close friends. If you're looking for ideas or struggling with temptation, follow these tips for having a sober holiday. bit.ly/3JmnWuU

CEO Devon Anderson delivered an impactful presentation about addiction, recovery, and the important work of Justice Forward last weekend at the TAAP Houston Chapter 2023 Spectrum Conference: In Love with Recovery!

For clients like Lillian, it can be hard to picture a new life of sobriety. Specialty courts not only educate and empower individuals to improve their situation but provide support and stability along their journey. Recovery is possible, and Justice Forward is here to help.

Join us Feb. 25 for the second annual H-Town Sober Chili Cookoff with Party Sober Partnership! Pay-what-you-can to enter the contest and guests eat free! Bragging rights and prizes are on the table for the winners. Register today! bit.ly/3X4yJNN

Kicking off the new year with goals and resolutions is a great way to start healthy habits. If you're participating in the Dry January movement, our CEO Devon Anderson has some tips and tricks to help you succeed. bit.ly/3WyzEFB

Exciting news: We are honored to have received a substantial grant from the Ippolito Charitable Foundation, which will help fund our support Galveston County specialty courts.

The Party Sober crew had a blast closing out 2022 with a screening of Top Gun: Maverick. Stay tuned for more movie matinees in 2023!

Darker mornings and evenings along with peak cold season can cause seasonal mood changes, which can make sobriety even more challenging. Follow these tips for beating the "winter blues" and staying on track to recovery. bit.ly/2EdaTub

If you've already fallen short of your new year's resolutions, have no fear: each day is an opportunity to start fresh. There's no calendar that can tell you when you're magically ready to become the "new" you. Every day that you try is a step in the right direction.

In 2022, Justice Forward has grown to serve 3 counties and 23 courts. We've formed new partnerships and received national recognition for our Strategic Alliance model. We're looking forward to doing even more next year—but we can't do it without you: justiceforwardtx.org/donate

Our donors, clients and partners know that what we do to support Houston-area Specialty Courts is more than just providing funding—we connect clients with new partners and services and make a difference by raising our voice in the community about how important these programs are.