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The Mississippi Center for Justice (MCJ) was founded in 2003 with a clear mission – to dismantle the policies that keep Mississippi at the bottom of nearly every indicator of human well-being and deny Black and low-income residents the chance to uplift themselves.

Mississippi Center for Justice is a nonprofit, public interest law firm committed to advancing racial and economic justice. MCJ operates statewide with offices in Jackson, Gulfport, and Indianola.

MCJ is supported and staffed by attorneys and other professionals working to develop and pursue strategies to combat discrimination and poverty statewide. Mississippi Center for Justice was organized to address the urgent need to re-establish in-state advocacy for low-income people and communities of color.

Our Mission

 At the heart of MCJ’s mission to create a just society is a desire to build healthy communities across Mississippi. By engaging elected officials, faith-based leaders, media, community activists, educators, childcare providers, healthcare professionals, and other advocacy partners, the Mississippi Center for Justice provides the legal perspective to policy initiatives that improve the lives of Mississippians.

MCJ seeks systemic solutions that promote educational opportunity, protect consumer rights, secure access to healthcare, ensure equity in disaster recovery, and put affordable housing within the reach of all Mississippians.

Our Approach

Advocacy

MCJ combines legal services, policy advocacy, and community education, holistically advancing justice and equality.

Collaboration

MCJ partners with national, regional, and community organizations to drive meaningful change for individuals, communities, and Mississippi.

Media Outreach

We amplify racial and economic justice issues through media, storytelling, and digital platforms, ensuring impacted communities are heard and driving policy change.

Direct Services

Through legal representation, focus groups, partnerships, and community education—including workshops, clinics, and presentations—we work to empower and inform those in need.

Education

MCJ empowers individuals and communities through workshops and education initiatives, equipping Mississippians with the knowledge and tools to understand their rights and advocate for change.

Our Work

Civic Engagement

Empowering citizens to engage, ensure transparency, and hold leaders accountable.

Economic Justice

Ensuring all Mississippians have access to economic prosperity.

Education Equity

Ensuring access to a high-quality education for all students.

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Impact Litigation

Pursuing legal action and advocacy when the civil rights of Mississippians are threatened.

Health
Justice

Protecting healthcare rights for the underserved.

Heirs’ Property

Securing land ownership, building generational wealth and stabilizing communities in Mississippi.

Housing Law

We fight for affordable housing and tenant rights.

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