Justice Beyond the Courtroom: How Street Democracy Is Changing Lives One Case at a Time
UnHoused & UnFiltered | MCAH's Podcast on Homelessness & Hou... by Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness
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Episode Summary: A single legal mistake, unpaid fine, missed court date, or minor offense can create barriers that follow someone for years—impacting employment, housing, transportation, and stability. In this episode of UnHoused & UnFiltered, we sit down with Felicity Tyll from Street Democracy to explore how a dedicated team of attorneys and legal advocates is working to change that reality.
Felicity shares how Street Democracy is transforming access to justice through innovative programs including Street Court, legal concierge services, and system-change advocacy designed to remove legal barriers before they become lifelong obstacles. We discuss the intersection of homelessness and the justice system, why seemingly minor l ...
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