Reigniting the Fight for Freedom
To meet the needs of Mississippians, our work is informed by Mississippians. Building strong community partnerships is the key to creating change that lasts.
Since the 1960s, Mississippi has played a pivotal role in the fight for civil rights and social justice. Sitting at the forefront of radical shifts, our communities have organized, advocated and marched to secure voting rights and political representation for those who have been denied a voice in the democratic process.
Today, the SPLC honors the legacy of the civil rights icons who came before us by continuing their pursuit of a truly just society, in which every Mississippian is treated with dignity and has access to high-quality education and economic opportunity. Working closely with local organizations, our state office is developing a powerful network of leaders who will fiercely advocate for the resources and policies that can improve the lives of economically vulnerable Mississippians, particularly Black and Brown communities.
Join us as we chart a course for the future of Mississippi. Radical change is once again within our grasp.
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Connect With Our Mississippi Team
The SPLC has team members working throughout the state of Mississippi. If you want to learn about volunteer opportunities and upcoming events, or need to request an advocacy bootcamp, join our Mississippi network.
Advocacy Resources
Report
Natural Disaster Risk & Election Administration
The Deep South as a region is highly vulnerable to not only hurricanes, but several other types of natural disasters. The Under the Radar report presents an analysis of the risk types and areas in the Deep South, as well as a survey of how such disasters impact elections infrastructure.
Guide
How Trump’s One Big Ugly Budget Bill Will Hurt Mississippians
Nearly 400,000 Mississippians receive food assistance through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. If families lose SNAP, this will have a cascading impact on children, who will lose access to school meals and more.
Report
Why Mississippi Can’t Wait for Economic Justice
Funding cuts to vital support programs place people experiencing poverty — some 19% of residents in Mississippi — at risk of losing access to doctors, safe and stable housing, and even food simply because they cannot afford it without assistance.
Report
Mississippi State of the State
Inaugural publication by the SPLC’s Mississippi state office that comprehensively analyzes the current social, political and economic landscape.