Mutual Aid Report • 10-17-2023 • Chicago Community Jail Support

The Mutual Aid Report is a radio and live stream series that delves into the concept of mutual aid. Our hosts, Mario Smith and Stephanie Manriquez will unpack its historical significance and its role in local communities by spotlighting individuals who are making a real difference at the grassroots level in the city of Chicago.

In our thrid episode, the incredible work of Chicago Community Jail Support. Discover their powerful work advocating for police, jail, and prison abolition, providing immediate support to those leaving Cook County Jail and their loved ones with services like free phone calls, transportation, food, and more.

CCJ's abolitionist stance is fueled by the urgent need to address public health crises within jails and prisons. They strive to move beyond conventional solutions, emphasizing mutual aid as a transformative force that challenges systemic inequalities and aims to reduce the relevance of the police and the capitalist-imperialist state in people's lives.