The Southern Poverty Law Center is a catalyst for racial justice in the South and beyond, working in partnership with communities to dismantle white supremacy, strengthen intersectional movements, and advance the human rights of all people.
Now, more than ever, it’s important to stay informed during these turbulent times. All over the country, people are fighting hate, standing up to promote tolerance and inclusion. More often than not, when hate flares up, good people rise up against it — often in greater numbers and with stronger voices.
Here’s what we’re doing to work toward the day when the ideals of equal justice and equal opportunity will be a reality.
HATE & EXTREMISM
We monitor hate groups and other extremists throughout the United States and expose their activities to the public, the media and law enforcement.
CHILDREN’S RIGHTS
We’re working to ensure that vulnerable children in the Deep South have equal opportunities to reach their full potential.
ECONOMIC JUSTICE
We’re working to protect the rights of immigrants and their children to ensure they are treated with dignity and fairness.
IMMIGRANT JUSTICE
We’re dedicated to protecting and advancing the rights, dignity and freedom of the LGBT community in the Deep South and to removing barriers to equality.
LGBT RIGHTS
We’re working to ensure that people living in poverty in the Deep South, especially minority communities, are not punished or exploited because of their economic status.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORM
We’re working to reform the criminal justice and immigration enforcement systems so they operate fairly and equitably; to ensure the dignity and humanity of those interacting with these systems; and to reduce the population of jailed, detained, and incarcerated juveniles and adults in the United States.