Mayor Brandon Johnson Introduces Joseph Mapp as Director of Chicago’s New Office of Re-entry

In a move to foster safer communities and support individuals transitioning back to society, Mayor Brandon Johnson officially launched the City of Chicago’s Office of Re-entry, introducing Joseph Mapp as its inaugural director. The new office, part of the Mayor’s Office of Community Safety, aims to break the cycle of recidivism by addressing the barriers faced by residents re-entering society after incarceration. “Joseph brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to lead the City of Chicago efforts to remove barriers to re-entry, empower residents to break the cycle of recidivism, and implement policies that are reflective of the needs of the population,” said Mayor Brandon Johnson. Johnson emphasized the importance of reducing recidivism as a cornerstone of the city’s community safety strategy.& Joseph Mapp Mapp, a seasoned restorative justice advocate, has spent years leading community violence intervention programs and advocating for returning citizens. He has been on the Illinois Re-entry Council and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from Northeastern Illinois University and ongoing graduate studies in social work at the University of Chicago. “As an expert in re-entry, Joseph knows first-hand the many barriers that make it difficult to successfully return home after incarceration,” said Deputy Mayor...