How We Help

We are building a better future for all Mississippians by advancing racial and economic justice. If you are a homeowner facing financial challenges or property issues, a parent fighting for your child to get a great education or trying to access healthcare for your family, or a Mississippian who believes your civil rights have been violated; we might be able to help you. These are just some of the services we offer Mississippians across all counties in our state: 

Civic Engagement

We work with Mississippians to ensure they can participate in our civic process – from voting to political representation – and strengthen our democracy. We offer: 

  • Legal services to ensure the voting rights of Mississippians are protected 
  • Community education

Economic Justice

We provide legal services and community programs to Mississippians so they can plan for their financial future and achieve economic prosperity. We offer: 

Education Equity

We provide direct legal services and community outreach to support students with disabilities. We offer:  

  • Representation in dispute resolution and administrative proceedings with school districts 
  • Representation in school discipline proceedings, including manifestation determination reviews, suspension hearings, and expulsion hearings 
  • Teacher training 

Health Justice

We are committed to advancing health justice for all Mississippians by improving healthcare access for children and families. We offer: 

  • Legal services for Mississippians living with HIV who have been discriminated 

Heirs' Property

We work with Mississippians who have inherited land and property to ensure they understand their rights and can protect their property, so it builds generational wealth. We offer:  

  • Title searches to help families identify and confirm ownership of property 
  • Suite to determine heirs 

Housing Law

We believe everyone deserves a safe, stable, and affordable place to call home, and we work to protect tenants, create more affordable housing, and ensure nobody is evicted from their home. We offer: 

  • An eviction protection hotline 
  • Advice to agencies on how to convert vacant or neglected properties into safe, affordable housing 

Impact Litigation

We work with and represent Mississippians in legal cases to ensure their rights are protected and to ensure they are fairly represented. We offer: 

  • Legal support to Mississippians whose civil rights have been violated