About Target area
We Are
A leading social justice organization dedicated to empowering communities. Through our comprehensive R.O.M.E. approach – Research, Reentry, Organizing, Outreach, Mentoring, Mental Health, Education, Entertainment, & Enterprise –we address systemic oppression head-on.
Our community violence intervention and trauma-informed practices delve into root causes, fostering safer and more resilient communities. By forging strong partnerships and providing essential resources, we ensure critical needs are met, driving positive change and community thriving.
Our Why
Since 1995, Target Area Development Corporation has been committed to creating safer cities by empowering and inspiring people to take action. We believe in the power of communities to solve their own challenges.
With offices across Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and South Africa, we strive to build vibrant, thriving communities where every resident has access to social and financial equity. We exist to drive lasting change, knowing that empowered communities can overcome even the most persistent challenges.
meet our R.O.M.E leadership
Meet the dedicated leaders driving the mission; committed to empowering communities and creating lasting change.
DR Mattie Jo
COO/Internal Director
Joshua Coakley
External Director/Dir Reentry
Latasha Jackson
Chief of Staff
Princess Frazier
Director of Finance
Brent Johnson
Operational Manager
Director of Youth Mentoring
Our Mission
Our mission is to create safer cities by inspiring and empowering people.
Our Core values
Our core values reflect what we do and who we are; the driving force behind the mission to inspire and empower.
C
Community
We express compassion for the
needs of the community around us.
A
Advocacy
We champion equity and amplify the voices of our community to drive meaningful and lasting change.
R
Respect
We respect the thoughts, feelings, and life experiences of all people.
E
EMPOWERMENT
We empower people to reach for goals that will enhance their lives.
