CCE Mission

Founded in 1982, the Council for Court Excellence (CCE) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan civic organization that envisions a justice system in the District of Columbia that equitably serves its people and continues to be a model for creating stronger and more prosperous communities. CCE identifies and proposes solutions by collaborating with diverse stakeholders to conduct research, advance policy, educate the public, and increase civic engagement.

Latest News

August 21st Community Town Hall on Jails & Justice in DC

The District Task Force on Jails and Justice, which CCE coordinates, is hosting a Town Hall on August 21 to give DC residents a chance to come and share their opinions and experiences with the Task Force members. Tell us what you think about building a new jail, funding services to meet community needs, and making our neighborhoods safer! Your voice is needed.
CCE on the Kojo Show

On July 26, 2019, CCE's Deputy Director, Emily Tatro, was a guest on WAMU's Kojo Nnandi show. Ms. Tatro was there to discuss CCE's reentry work, the challenges that men and women returning from incarceration face in the District, and some of the innovative programs that are working to help returning citizens get jobs and build professional skills.
July 2019 Newsletter

Check out CCE's July newsletter to learn more about our current projects, updates on justice in the District, and ways you can get involved!