TIP SHEETS & TOOLKITS
Needs Assessment
The Needs Assessment project is an effort to do away with “risk” assessment tools by addressing the root causes of mass criminalization and pretrial detention - a dehumanizing system that is unable to meet the needs of individuals. Our work is grounded in an invest/divest framework that seeks to invest in community resources and programs that allow us to thrive and divest from oppressive systems that seek to control and coerce. We have created this list of resources that we hope will be useful for those seeking to create/invest in projects that address harm and need without relying on police, cages or state coercion.
Freedom to Thrive Budget Toolkit and Resource Guide
This toolkit provides step-by-step instructions on how to complete your own budget analysis, how to set budget priorities that reflect your community needs, and includes resources about ongoing Invest/Divest campaigns.
