The system failed James Richardson. It has one more chance to make it right.

Watch the trailer for "Is It Just Me?", a mini doc on his wrongful conviction and the community standing behind him.

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SCSJ mourns the loss of our esteemed founding board member, James “Fergie” Ferguson, who passed away Monday.

Ferguson’s legacy of civil rights advocacy and community lawyering is woven deeply into the fabric of racial justice across NC and the nation.

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Today, our clients are continuing that legacy.

Through community organizing and advocacy, they are standing firm in the face of intimidation and delay.

Imagine a gas station being built right in your backyard. That’s the reality for Brookhaven residents. A proposed RaceTrac station threatens the health, safety, and peace of a historic Black neighborhood and children at a nearby middle school.

Happy Pride Month, y’all! 🏳️‍🌈

The intersection of LGBTQ+ rights and other social justice issues highlights how deeply connected our struggles are and how homophobic lawmakers are working to erase queer and trans lives from every part of society.

Voter suppression is working exactly as it was meant to. Across the South, felony disenfranchisement keeps millions—disproportionately Black voters—out of the democratic process.

Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., by reflecting on his unwavering commitment to justice and unity. His teachings remind us that change takes perseverance.

Let’s carry his vision forward on this Inauguration Day and stay committed to the work ahead. #mlkday

Our Zoning 101 Toolkit is now available in Spanish! ✨
Learn how zoning affects communities and uncover the racial injustices embedded in zoning practices.

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We’ve filed an appeal challenging Person County’s rezoning for a methane storage facility. Residents deserve clean air, water, and a safe community—not corporate greed.

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Residents of Edenton, NC, are taking a stand against a secret deal to relocate a Confederate monument. This lawsuit is about more than a statue — it’s about holding leaders accountable and ensuring the public’s voice is heard.