SEEKING JUSTICE TOGETHER.
We envision a Washington State in which every person enjoys full human rights and economic opportunities.
COVID-19 Advocacy
We’re working to help mitigate the impacts facing communities at most risk during the current COVID-19 outbreak.
COVID-19 Benefits for Undocumented People
Undocumented individuals now have access to all the benefits that they are eligible for in one place.
Los indocumentados ahora tienen acceso a todos los beneficios para los que son elegibles en un solo lugar. Haga clic aquí para obtener más información.
SEEKING LEGAL HELP?
If you are in need of legal representation or individual services, please visit our Get Help page.
WE ARE A
LEGAL IMPACT
ORGANIZATION.
Our focus is on big, systemic change. We do this through two main advocacy areas. Visit our About Us page to learn more, or explore our Advocacy Issues.
Impact Litigation
Policy Reform
HIGHLIGHTS
Imagine Justice Week - Save the Date 🕐
Interim Legislative Update – the work continues!
2022 Imagine Justice Sponsorship
Imagine Justice Week - Save the Date 🕐
Interim Legislative Update – the work continues!
2022 Imagine Justice Sponsorship
2022 Legislative Priorities
Working to dismantle and transform the systems that perpetuate poverty and injustice.
ADVOCACY ISSUES
Jackson v. King County
King County has not yet compensated the children and youth that it injured through its illegal use of solitary confinement. Columbia Legal Services therefore brought this action against the County on behalf of a class of impacted people.
LEARN MOREStudent Loan Reform
Creating higher education and employment opportunities through student loan reform.
LEARN MORECity of Seattle v. Steven Long
A King County Superior Court judge ruled in favor of a Seattle vehicle resident whose home was impounded by the City, marking a significant win for the rights of individuals who live in their vehicles.
LEARN MOREBenefits for Undocumented Individuals in Relation to COVID-19
Benefits resource guide for undocumented individuals during COVID-19 pandemic.
LEARN MOREJackson v. King County
King County has not yet compensated the children and youth that it injured through its illegal use of solitary confinement. Columbia Legal Services therefore brought this action against the County on behalf of a class of impacted people.
LEARN MORETorres v. US Department of Labor
US Department of Labor tossed aside all farmworker survey data that indicated higher piece-rate wages are the prevailing practice in Washington’s tree-fruit industry.
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“If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor.”
–Bishop Desmond Tutu of South Africa