The Coalition to End Money Bond and Illinois Network for Pretrial Justice are devastated by the passing of our friend and member Malik Alim.

Over the last two years, Malik’s voice became a central fixture in the fight to end money bond in Illinois. Malik participated in our work as the Campaign Coordinator for the Coalition to End Money Bond and as an advocate with the Chicago Community Bond Fund. It was a great privilege for all our members and partners to be able to engage this work with such a warm and caring individual. Over the past week, we have heard from members around the state about the impact Malik had on them. Time and time again, we’ve been reminded of how he consistently went out of his way to welcome people into our movement by making them feel seen, heard, and cared for. 
We are holding Malik’s children, partner, family, and memory in our thoughts and hearts. His legacy will live on in our work to free people from pretrial incarceration throughout Illinois. If you are moved to donate in Malik’s honor, you can do so here.