reconstruction inc.

"CHANGING OURSELVES TO Change the World, by Uniting the many to bring about Freedom, Self-Determination, and, to end, Racism, Sexism and Discrimination"

 Reconstruction was incorporated in 1992 by a group of activists involved in political struggle around community issues in general and criminal justice issues in particular. Initially, the organization sought to reduce the number of repeat offenders and to assist ex-offenders in their effort to become constructive contributors in their family and community. As the organization develped its scope was broadened to include activities geared toward prevention, with members creating methods by which youth and families committed to our mission could join and participate.

We believe that the disintegration sweeping so many neighborhoods and the social antagonisms that have resulted must be combated in order for people to experience a true sense of community. Reconstruction, Inc. seeks to build communities where people are proud to live in by reestablishing a sense of shared community life through collective work, individual responsibility, and mutual respect. Reconstruction envisions neighbors in the greater Philadelphia area working together to acquire, maintain and add value to their homes, while building valuable relationships with others in the process. Through a range of activities and projects, Reconstruction provides neighbors with the skills necessary for political, social and economic development which, in turn, supports the revitalization of the entire neighborhood and healthy relationships between neighbors.