An American Dream Meets an Economic Reality.
Racial Economic Inequality Persists
Throughout the Deep South, discriminatory housing, education, employment and health care systems perpetuate poverty and hinder generational wealth accumulation, leaving many communities among the poorest in the nation.
People Living in Poverty Face Immense Obstacles
Stigmatized and targeted because of their economic status, vulnerable Black and Brown communities experience exploitation, abuse and unnecessary criminalization, siphoning away their wealth and exacerbating their poor living conditions.
To Combat Inequality, We Must Confront Hard Truths
In order to change perceptions of communities most affected by poverty, the public must understand the historic injustices they have experienced. Reshaping attitudes is the key to building momentum toward a more equitable economic future.
What We’re Working On
Economic Justice
Through litigation, we reclaim land and wealth unjustly taken from Black and Brown communities in the Deep South.
Wealth Generation
We advocate for policies that provide access to economic ladders of opportunity and protect the social safety net.
Land Justice
By highlighting systemic land loss injustices in Black communities, we build support for land preservation.
Homelessness
In court, we defend the rights of people experiencing homelessness to be sheltered, safe and housed.
Anti-Discrimination
We work with policymakers to advance anti-discrimination laws and safeguard DEI programs and initiatives.
Over-Criminalization
We use legislative and regulatory advocacy to prevent people from being criminalized for experiencing homelessness.
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