A vibrant mural distinguishes Chuco’s Justice Center at the corner of Redondo and West Blvds. in Inglewood.
At the corner of Redondo and West boulevards in Inglewood, Chuco’s Justice Center is painted with a vibrant mural of kids waving posters promoting justice, peace, and preparation for college — not prison.
Chuco’s led a presentation on Thursday about safety in schools — part of a national “week of action” spearheaded by “Dignity in Schools.” The campaign aims to teach young people about human rights, reduce the number of kids going to prison, and push for more educational centers like Chuco’s.
More than 90 students from 16 to 24 are enrolled in Chuco’s program, which is a project of the Youth Justice Coalition. Each student is provided a free bus pass, cooked lunch, and a day care room for those who have kids. Most of the students have spent time in juvenile hall, probation camp, county jail, or even state prison.
To hear voices from the event, listen to this audio story from Annenberg Radio News. To get an inside look at Chuco’s, scroll down for photos by Stephanie Monte.
Organizers, supporters, and friends learning more about Chuco’s.
Chuco’s Justice Center makes street art a vital part of it’s program. The 2-story building is decorated with graffiti of cartoon characters and political figures, and there is even a “graff lab” where students can practice their artistic flare.
Three year old Kia comes to the day care at Chuco’s while her dad is in class.
A poster illustrates the main goal of the Dignity in Schools campaign.
English teacher Dipti Banawal explains the importance of cultural centers like Chuco’s.
A look inside the science class.
Chuco’s library is filled with books on multi-cultural studies and revolutionary figures.
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