Supervisor Gutierrez to Host Justice System Symposium

Moreno Valley, CA – April 7, 2025–Riverside County Fifth District Supervisor Yxstian Gutierrez will host a Justice System Symposium in Moreno Valley, in collaboration with the Riverside County Probation Department, to connect justice-impacted residents and their families with vital resources.

In a collaborative effort, the symposium's theme of "Changing Lives in District 5," will highlight resources, stories of overcoming challenges, and initiatives to guide and support justice-impacted community members toward leading successful lives. Supervisor Gutierrez funded the event by contributing $4,500 in Community Improvement Designation (CID) funds.

The Justice System Symposium will serve residents of Moreno Valley and surrounding unincorporated areas, including Nuevo, Lakeview, San Timoteo Canyon, and Reche Canyon.

"As an educator, I've learned just how powerful it is to help others and guide them toward living successful lives," said Supervisor Gutierrez. "By providing access to information and resources, we are helping individuals and their families change their lives for the better."

“We’re at a pivotal moment where the investments in building strong networks to support justice-involved individuals are truly paying off,” said Chief Probation Officer Christopher H. Wright. “Collaborative efforts in helping people rebound are now yielding real change, and coming together with a shared purpose at an event like this fuels continued progress.”

As of February 2025, approximately 2,700 District 5 residents were under probation supervision. This symposium will offer support, share stories of individuals who have overcome personal challenges, and connect attendees with vital community programs, services, and like-minded individuals.

Several community organizations will be highlighted, including the California Family Life Center, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping vulnerable youth and provider of the Fifth District's 2nd Chance program. Additional community presenters who will showcase their resources to attendees include: The Exception, Kindful Restoration, and The Happier Life Project.

This free event will be held on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Moreno Valley Conference and Recreation Center. To RSVP for the Fifth District Justice System Symposium, visit https://bit.ly/4l3erkP

For more information, contact the Office of County Supervisor Gutierrez at (951) 955-1050 or [email protected].