Mental Health Courts

A viable alternative to incarceration

February 25 • 5:45 PM
Virtual

A collaboration between the Justice Studies and Legal Studies programs.

Mental health courts provide an alternative to incarceration for chronically mentally ill defendants. The courts connect defendants with community-based treatment. This people-centered approach is an effective way of decreasing recidivism.

Please join Professor Judith Carter, PhD, for a special Zoom presentation that will cover important topics such as:

• Why mental health courts matter
• How mental health courts break the cycle of repeat offending
• How mental health courts work
• What mental health courts mean for public safety, court efficiency, and community well-being

Featured speaker

Michelle Horne-Findley, LMSW, SIFI, BS/MS Accounting

Founder Justice Forward Advocacy SOULutions, LLC

Michelle Horne-Findley is a mental health professional, forensic social worker, social justice advocate, NYC and NYS registered lobbyist, and public speaker committed to advancing equity within mental health and criminal justice systems. She currently serves at the Center for Justice Innovation – Manhattan Justice Opportunities and is the founder of Justice Forward Advocacy SOULutions, LLC, an organization dedicated to amplifying the voices of individuals impacted by mental health challenges, justice involvement, and systemic inequities. Horne-Findley also maintains a private practice, where she prioritizes equitable access to care by accepting state and federally funded insurance programs. She is actively involved in youth and violence prevention initiatives.

This free event is an outstanding learning opportunity for all students, faculty, staff, and alumni, especially those interested in Justice Studies, Legal Studies, and Health Services Management.

The event is FREE, but you must register.