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Company/Organization:	The Benedict Center Sisters Program
Contact:
Phone:	414-347-1774
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Address:	209 W Orchard
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City:	Milwaukee
State:	WI
Zip Code:	53204
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County:	Milwaukee
Website:	https://www.benedictcenter.org

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An interfaith nonprofit agency working with victims, offenders and the community to achieve a system of criminal justice that is fair and treats every person involved with dignity and respect. Women's Harm Reduction Program:  Services include mental health and substance abuse treatment, cognitive behavioral therapy, and groups to address trauma.  We also offer adult education, parenting and employment classes and support.  We operate a women's re-entry program at the Milwaukee County House of Correction. Sisters Program: A street outreach, case management and skill building program for women in prostitution and or/sex trafficking.  The program is an innovative community-police partnership and is gaining recognition as a more effective way to improve the health and safety of women and communities. Justice Advocacy:  With national recognition, the Benedict Center advocates for the use of best practice and cost-effective policies to ensure fair treatment for women involved in the justice system.  Our current advocacy focus is to create a citywide prostitution diversion policy and services for women in street prostitution.