UCM

United Congregations of Metro East
Peace and Justice Institution

1657 5th Street
P.O. Box 166
Madison IL 62060
618-451-1458

OBJECTIVES

• Improved safety and health for neighborhoods and communities throughout the Metro East
• Support of strong education and youth service programs
• Adequate and affordable housing in core communities
• Decent jobs with equitable pay and work conditions
• Accessible services and support for vulnerable citizens
• Transportation that links neighborhoods with employment and educational opportunities
• Improve healthy outcomes for children through establishing strong after school programs.
• Increase educational opportunities for children most in need, through seeking equitable funding for schools.
• Develop new affordable housing in core communities.
• Provide improved transportation and support for workers seeking decent employment throughout the greater St. Louis area.
• Ensure that first time drug offenders receive the intensive treatment and rehabilitation that will keep our communities drug-free.