Justice 4 Housing, a Boston-based nonprofit dedicated to ensuring housing equity for formerly incarcerated individuals, is set to be featured on The Balancing Act Local, a community-focused segment of the nationally televised series The Balancing Act. This feature, airing on Lifetime TV, aims to shed light on the significant barriers faced by formerly incarcerated individuals in securing stable housing and the impactful work Justice 4 Housing is doing to address these challenges.
The segment is scheduled to air in the Greater Boston area on WFXT-FOX Boston on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at 12:30 PM EST, and on WLVI-CW Boston on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST. The Balancing Act Local is known for showcasing organizations and initiatives that make a tangible difference in their communities through innovation and service.
Founded by Leslie Credle, a directly impacted individual, Justice 4 Housing offers a comprehensive suite of services aimed at facilitating the reintegration of formerly incarcerated individuals into society. These services include housing placement, job placement assistance, mental health support, and family reunification programs. The organization's Stable Housing & Reintegration Program is particularly notable for its focus on providing immediate housing solutions alongside access to essential services.
Credle emphasizes the natural emergence of Justice 4 Housing in response to a critical need, stating, 'Around 60% of the population in the state has been incarcerated for minor offenses and is now facing challenges in accessing housing.' This statistic underscores the widespread nature of housing discrimination against formerly incarcerated individuals and the urgent need for systemic change.
The feature on The Balancing Act Local represents a significant opportunity for Justice 4 Housing to amplify its message and advocate for the abolition of discriminatory housing policies. By bringing visibility to these issues, the organization hopes to inspire broader community support and policy reforms that will ensure equitable access to housing for all, regardless of incarceration history.
For more information on Justice 4 Housing and its mission, visit https://justice4housing.org.
