Commons, shared by Measures for Justice logo

Jackson County, MO

Created in partnership with the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office and its Community Advisory Board

How to use Commons

  1. Welcome to Commons

    Welcome to Commons

    This toolkit equips you with the knowledge to navigate Commons with confidence, and understand what it provides. Learn how to access the data available in your community, leading to informed discussions and policy shaping.

    For Community Members, Community Advocates, Criminal Justice Practitioners, and Local Criminal Justice Agency Leaders.

  2. Decoding Commons Data

    Decoding Commons Data

    This toolkit will help ensure you understand and can responsibly engage with the data Commons provides, and put that data to use to advocate for the changes you want to see. Commons can help you both answer questions that you might already have about your criminal justice system, and help you ask the leaders in your community the right questions too.

    For Community-Based Organizations, Academics, Institutions, and Social Services Advocates.

  3. Take Action with Commons

    Take Action with Commons

    Equipped with your community’s local criminal justice data from Commons, we hope you are empowered to drive meaningful change. By taking actionable steps to reach out to your local prosecutor’s office or police department and discuss data findings, you can catalyze tangible change in your community.

    For Community-Based Organizations, Academics, Institutions, and Social Services Advocates.