Californians for Safety and Justice
Public SafetyCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Californians for Safety and Justice is a nonprofit organization operating within the public safety sector, based in Oakland, California. As a project of the Tides Center, it works to replace prison and justice system waste with practical, evidence-based approaches aimed at creating safer neighborhoods and conserving public funds. The organization engages in policy advocacy, public education, and collaborations with local partners to promote criminal justice strategies that break cycles of crime and support healthy communities. Its efforts include mobilizing a statewide crime survivor network and coordinating with business and community leaders, law enforcement, health professionals, educators, and crime-prevention experts to reframe priorities toward safer, more efficient justice practices. Recent activity includes launching a public education campaign called Just Safe, reflecting its ongoing emphasis on communicating complex safety issues to a broad audience.