New Jersey Institute for Social Justice

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The New Jersey Institute for Social Justice uses cutting-edge racial and social justice advocacy to empower people of color by building reparative systems that create wealth, transform justice and harness democratic power — from the ground up — in New Jersey.

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How We Do It

Campaigns

Lowering the Voting Age in NJ
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Passing a Voting Rights Act in NJ
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Fighting for Reparations in NJ
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Press Releases

Voting Rights Advocates Urge Gov. Sherrill to Reject Voter ID Laws in New Jersey

NEWARK – In response to recent statements from Gov. Mikie Sherrill, several voting rights advocates…

Institute Responds to Court’s Dismissal of Trump Administration’s Lawsuit to Seize New Jersey Voter Records

NEWARK – The New Jersey Institute for Social Justice released the following statement today in…

Institute Responds to Gov. Sherrill's Announcement of Software Error Causing Improper Registration of Thousands of Voters

NEWARK – The New Jersey Institute for Social Justice released the following statement today in…

Gov. Sherrill Signs John R. Lewis Voter Empowerment Act of New Jersey

TRENTON – Gov. Mikie Sherill today signed the John R. Lewis Voter Empowerment Act into…

New Jersey Senate Passes Voting Rights Act

TRENTON – In a huge victory for democracy and voting rights, the New Jersey Senate…

At the Institute, we work day in and out to Make the Two New Jerseys One. We fight to create a state where everyone can thrive, including our Black and other residents of color.

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