AMACHI [a-ma-chee]
Nigerian-Igbo word meaning: “who knows but what God has brought us through this child”
WHAT WE DO
We seek to empower, nurture, and protect those most vulnerable to the criminal justice system. We work to amplify the voices of youth & families; activate a community of support; and advance policy & practice to drive equity and justice.
12,000
Allegheny County Children with Incarcerated Parents
92%
Success Rate with Youth Breaking the Incarceration Cycle
19
Years of Dedicated Service and Counting