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Building a just society

We pursue systemic change for social justice, economic and race equity, and fundamental human rights.

Stories of Justice

Read how you’re taking action to build a just society in the PJC’s FY24 annual report

Together with clients, community members, partners, volunteers, and donors, we are advocating in the courts, before legislatures, and with government agencies to advance economic justice and racial equity in...

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Construction workers win unpaid wages and damages in longstanding case

After five years of fighting for their unpaid wages, eleven construction workers have scored a significant victory in a lawsuit against their employers.

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Town hall with On-Ramps: Meet the team leading the search for the PJC's next Executive Director

The Public Justice Center has launched the search for our next Executive Director to lead our critical advocacy to change the laws, systems, and policies that perpetuate racial and social…

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Landlords’ discriminatory income criteria undermine access to housing, amicus brief argues

Some corporate landlords are flouting a Maryland law intended to expand access to safe, affordable housing, according to an amicus brief from the PJC and allies.

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Tenants win the right to proceed as a class action against Westminster Management to recover illegal late fees

Tenants who challenged Westminster Management’s illegal fees related to the late payment of rent have won a court ruling that they and thousands of other Westminster tenants could recover the…

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Legislative highlights: Caring for workers and patients

Care should be at the heart of our healthcare system and workplaces. But too often, these systems are set up in ways that undermine the well-being of patients and workers.

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