Who we are
Homies And Friends is a community-powered nonprofit rooted in experience, resilience, and justice. We specialize in helping juvenile defendants with dignity and support, while also serving low-income adults in need of legal and educational advocacy. In cases where additional representation is needed, we assist in hiring private attorneys—ensuring our clients don’t face the system alone.
Our Mission
📘 Education – GED & high school diploma programs
⚖️ Legal Training – Paralegal certification & hands-on experience
💼 Employment – Hiring and placing certified paralegals in public defense
🧭 Mentorship – Pairing justice-involved youth with experienced mentors
Our Founders
Jamil Mckinney knows firsthand the weight of injustice—and the power of redemption. While behind bars, he earned his GED, studied the law relentlessly, and overturned his own conviction.
“Every person facing conviction deserves real support, fair advocacy, and a second chance.”
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