Forward Justice

Forward Justice Law, policy, & strategy center for racial justice, movement-building, + social change in the US South We serve as a Southern and Washington D.C.

Forward Justice is a law, policy, and strategy center dedicated to civil rights, racial justice, and social and economic change in the South. based think tank and resource hub for human rights movements working to create a more just, equitable, and free South. We believe that if you can Change the South, you can Change the Nation.

Join us in Montgomery, Alabama for All Roads Lead To The South A National Day of Action for Voting Rights on May 16th! ...
05/14/2026

Join us in Montgomery, Alabama for All Roads Lead To The South A National Day of Action for Voting Rights on May 16th!

May is mental health awareness month. Taking care of our mental health is a vital part of our overall wellbeing, especia...
05/14/2026

May is mental health awareness month. Taking care of our mental health is a vital part of our overall wellbeing, especially for those of us who are a part of marginalized communities or are involved in social movements.

We know that Individual healing becomes a catalyst for collective healing, which better equips us to do the work of liberation, dreaming and world building.

So even if you only have five minutes a day, we encourage everyone to find a moment to check in with themselves: breathe, chat with a friend, journal, create, or stretch your body.

We invite you to explore the resources below as we work together towards healing and thriving:

💙 BEAM (Black Emotional and Mental Health) Collective's Heart Space program
Heart Space is a Black led and culturally competent healing circle and peer support program designed to help participants connect, share, and learn mutual coping strategies and wellness skills.

💙 Darkeness Rising's REBUILD Program
REBUILD connects justice-involved and formerly incarcerated individuals of color with culturally competent therapists who understand this unique experience.

💙 Mentalhealthliberation.org - BIPOC Healing & Therapy Fund
The BIPOC Healing & Therapy Fund provides free, personalized mental health care services back to our communities.

💙 Inclusive Therapist's Ecosystem of Care
Database of therapy and mutual aid funds, Mental health communities and directories, and ecosystems of radical care.

Join us on Saturday May 16th at 1pm at the community organizing meeting for a National Day of Action For Voting Rights!
05/14/2026

Join us on Saturday May 16th at 1pm at the community organizing meeting for a National Day of Action For Voting Rights!

Check out this report on the recent Louisiana v. Callais ruling and how it will impact state legislatures. https://cdn.p...
05/08/2026

Check out this report on the recent Louisiana v. Callais ruling and how it will impact state legislatures.

https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/664f769adc5cc1607d32b366/693c85542ed35aaddd503882_REPORT_SCOTUS_VRA_2.0.pdf

We joined and for a press conference in Raleigh in response to the recent U.S. Supreme Court Decision that effectively...
05/07/2026

We joined and for a press conference in Raleigh in response to the recent U.S. Supreme Court Decision that effectively guts section 2 of the Voting Rights Act.

View the full presser here: https://www.youtube.com/live/LsKmgtvN5dg

Yesterday, as we filed our appeal in the fight against NC’s discriminatory photo voter ID, the US Supreme Court gutted o...
04/30/2026

Yesterday, as we filed our appeal in the fight against NC’s discriminatory photo voter ID, the US Supreme Court gutted one of the few remaining protections of the Voting Rights Act.

The decision in Louisiana v Callais is not only judicial overreach, but a direct attack on our democracy, Black and brown voters, and Black political power across the south.

Read our full statement here ➡️ https://forwardjustice.org/stories/forward-justice-response-to-louisiana-v-callais/

Forward Justice stands in solidarity with workers and communities mobilizing for May Day this Friday and those demanding...
04/30/2026

Forward Justice stands in solidarity with workers and communities mobilizing for May Day this Friday and those demanding dignity, fairness and justice for all working people.
 
For NC May Day actions check out these events hosted by

As we close out 2026 Second Chance Month we invite you to stay connected to the movement for second chances and re-entry...
04/30/2026

As we close out 2026 Second Chance Month we invite you to stay connected to the movement for second chances and re-entry support!

Forward Justice stands in solidarity with workers and communities mobilizing for May Day this Friday!In solidarity, we a...
04/29/2026

Forward Justice stands in solidarity with workers and communities mobilizing for May Day this Friday!

In solidarity, we are canceling our upcoming Fed Up Friday event that was scheduled for May 1st. Stay tuned for future Fed Up Friday dates.

Attorney Whitley Carpenter is a powerful advocate for second chances and eliminating barriers to re-entry. ⁠⁠When asked ...
04/29/2026

Attorney Whitley Carpenter is a powerful advocate for second chances and eliminating barriers to re-entry. ⁠
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When asked about why Second Chance Month is important, Whitley says, "To me, second chances are important because they ensure that people impacted by the criminal legal system still have fair access to opportunity, because a past mistake should not define a person’s future. Second Chance month is about making sure a criminal record is not a life sentence, and that everyone has a real chance to move forward." ⁠
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For more second chance resources visit endcriminaljusticedebtnc.org

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