Tools to Promote Safer Communities

Knowledge is our most powerful tool to create change. This resource center organizes a collection of advocacy toolkits, webinars, columns, statements, and media coverage on the issues that we care about most. 

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When We Tell Our Stories

How survivors of color are most harmed and least helped by the public safety system.

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A group of PSJ advocates standing in front of a building and smiling on lobby day
  • Op Ed/Column
July 30, 2026

Pam’s story: “FSAP has made a real difference in my life.”

When Pam talks about her life today, she talks about her growth.
  • Press Release/Statement
July 30, 2026

A new chapter for PSJ – and an invitation to build it with us

A message from Shannon Wight, Executive Director
  • Press Release/Statement
May 18, 2026

Showing up for each other this May

AANHPI advocacy, mental health awareness, and community power in action!
  • Video
April 23, 2026

[Highlights] Safety and Justice 2026: Legislative Debrief & The Road Ahead

What the 2026 session means for Oregon’s criminal justice system and how we’re shifting the narrative on safety.
  • Press Release/Statement
January 27, 2026

From Portland to Minneapolis: We deserve safety, healing, and stability.

ICE has long functioned as a pipeline into detention and incarceration – separating families, terrorizing communities, and normalizing harm.
  • Press Release/Statement
January 9, 2026

PSJ Statement on Federal Officers Shooting Civilians in Portland

A call for accountability and an independent investigation
  • Press Release/Statement
October 30, 2025

As Camping Ban Takes Effect, Advocates Urge Portland Leaders to Expand Deflection and Connect More People to Care

Partnership for Safety and Justice says the city has a choice — to deepen hardship, or turn this moment into a model of compassion by linking more people in crisis to real help and lasting safety solutions.
  • Podcast
April 7, 2025

PSJ Legislative Priorities with Shannon Wight and Cleo Tung

Listen to Host Karen James speak with Shannon Wight, deputy director, Partnership for Safety and Justice, and Cleo Tung, program officer, NW Health Foundation.
  • Press Release/Statement
April 1, 2025

The House Judiciary Committee Voted Unanimously for FSAP

On Monday, March 31, the House Judiciary Committee voted unanimously (8-0) to advance HB 2555! Now, the bill waits at the Joint Ways and Means committee.
  • News Article
March 28, 2025

Lawmakers consider extension of Oregon’s prison time alternative for parents

Oregon’s Family Sentencing Alternative Pilot Program started 10 years ago and has served hundreds of kids and parents. It’s set to sunset in 2025 if lawmakers do not act.
  • Webinar
February 21, 2025

Key Takeaways from the Safety and Justice 2025 Legislative Community Briefing Webinar

Learn about key policies that support families, address racial disparities, and safeguard lifesaving addiction services.
  • Op Ed/Column
January 22, 2025

Messengers of criminal justice

Reform doesn’t stop at passing laws. Oregon’s justice advocates are working beyond legislation to implement real solutions, like SB 581, ensuring policy changes lead to safer, stronger communities.