New Mexico Center on Law and Poverty

New Mexico Center on Law and Poverty NMCLP is dedicated to advancing economic and social justice through education, advocacy & litigation

We envision a New Mexico that is vibrant with opportunities, and where all people’s human rights - including for food, housing, healthcare, a living wage, education, and equal access to justice - are met. We work with our communities to advance changes in the courts, legislature and public institutions. We focus on long-term systemic changes to laws, policies and programs that promote equity and justice.

Thirty years ago, NMCLP was born out of a belief that when New Mexicans come together with care and purpose, our communi...
12/02/2025

Thirty years ago, NMCLP was born out of a belief that when New Mexicans come together with care and purpose, our communities become stronger. On this , we’re honoring that legacy—and building what comes next. Your gift today (which will be matched!) helps families access healthcare, secure fair wages, and protects essential programs and educational efforts across the state. Thank you for standing with us for 30 years—and for investing in the future we’re building together.

Give today: nmpovertylaw.org/donate

Big change grows from steady support. This , we’re inviting our community to become $30/month sustainers in honor of ou...
12/02/2025

Big change grows from steady support.

This , we’re inviting our community to become $30/month sustainers in honor of our 30th anniversary. Monthly gifts help us respond quickly to emerging needs—from threats to healthcare access to attacks on worker protections—and allow us to stand with New Mexicans all year long. Join the movement for lasting justice in New Mexico. Become a monthly donor today: nmpovertylaw.org/donate

Celebrate 30 years of education, advocacy, and litigation this , when you can help our work continue to blossom. Thanks...
12/02/2025

Celebrate 30 years of education, advocacy, and litigation this , when you can help our work continue to blossom. Thanks to generous supporters, the first $3,000 in gifts made today will be matched, doubling your impact on New Mexico families. Your support protects access to healthcare, strengthens wages and worker protections, and safeguards the public programs our communities count on. Make your special 30th anniversary gift today, or fuel long-term change by becoming a monthly sustainer at nmpovertylaw.org/donate!

is a global day of generosity when people across the world—and here in New Mexico—come together to support the communi...
12/01/2025

is a global day of generosity when people across the world—and here in New Mexico—come together to support the communities they care about most.
This year is especially meaningful as we celebrate 30 years of NMCLP standing with New Mexicans to protect healthcare, education, wages, and the public programs families rely on.
Stay tuned for ways to participate — and help us meet our match on December 2nd!

11/07/2025

“Our elders teach us that when we lose our language, our culture will die.” At this week’s press conference, Regis Pecos, Chair of the Tribal Education Alliance, reminded us that Yazzie/Martinez is a moral responsibility to confront and undo generations of educational and cultural erasure, restore what was ripped from our communities through assimilation and the boarding school era, and ensure our children inherit their languages, cultures, and all that defines them. We will not accept a state education plan that doesn’t honor that truth.

Families, students, educators, and community leaders came together at NMBLC yesterday to share early perspectives on PED...
11/06/2025

Families, students, educators, and community leaders came together at NMBLC yesterday to share early perspectives on PED’s Final Action Plan released this week — making sure it actually meets the needs of New Mexico students.

From honoring Native languages and cultures, to supporting students with disabilities, to ensuring Black, Brown, and students in low-income families have the resources they deserve — communities are setting the standard for equitable education.

A heartfelt thank you to all the speakers, organizations, and advocates whose tireless work continues to push for education equity in our state.

Next step: The People’s Review – Community Report-Back, Nov 21! Register NOW to help hold the state accountable, shape priorities for the 2026 legislative session, and build a school system where every child feels recognized. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Q62PCMR

Here's what we know about SNAP as of today, November 4th. We will continue to keep everyone up-to-date on the latest cha...
11/04/2025

Here's what we know about SNAP as of today, November 4th. We will continue to keep everyone up-to-date on the latest changes. You can check out our full factsheet for more information at bit.ly/nmclpsnap1

UPDATE: The situation with SNAP continues to change and we need help getting the most up-to-date information to families...
10/31/2025

UPDATE: The situation with SNAP continues to change and we need help getting the most up-to-date information to families! Here is what we know about the lawsuit against the USDA, state funding for benefits, and more. Please like, comment, & share to help us reach New Mexicans, and make sure everyone knows how they can get food.

We know all of the things happening around SNAP are confusing, so here is our list of what families in New Mexico need t...
10/30/2025

We know all of the things happening around SNAP are confusing, so here is our list of what families in New Mexico need to know today. You can download our fact sheet at bit.ly/nmclpsnap1 and keep following us for more updates. And as always, help us spread the word!

Help us spread the word! If you need food assistance, you can still apply and you should renew your benefits. Once the s...
10/28/2025

Help us spread the word! If you need food assistance, you can still apply and you should renew your benefits. Once the shutdown ends, you will receive retroactive benefits if you qualify.

For more information about SNAP and the government shutdown, visit www.bit.ly/nmclpsnap.

Here are 5 important things to know about SNAP and the government shutdown right now! For more information, visit bit.ly...
10/27/2025

Here are 5 important things to know about SNAP and the government shutdown right now! For more information, visit bit.ly/nmclpsnap

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