Racial and Economic Justice
Racial and Economic Justice is a civil and human right. We work to end poverty and maximize economic security for all by centering the experiences of Black, Brown and poor community members who have long been denied equitable opportunity.
Our Focus:
We advocate for systemic reforms to guarantee that all individuals, regardless of their socio-economic status, can thrive, have their rights respected, and live with dignity. Our work concentrates on eradicating racialized wealth extraction schemes, ending the criminalization of poverty and ensuring Californians have their basic human needs met, with current advocacy emphasis on housing and health care access.
Racial and Economic Justice Legislation

Keep Facial Recognition Off Police Body Cameras (SB 1038)
Criminal Justice & Policing, Privacy & Technology, Racial and Economic Justice
Biometric Surveillance (face recognition) on police body cameras enables pervasive monitoring of the public without their knowledge or consent, registering and reporting who we are and where we go. These tracking systems are inconsistent. Facial …

Racist Place Names (AB 2022)
Racial and Economic Justice
The word “squaw” is a profoundly offensive term that epitomizes the racism and sexism Native American women face. Language that sexualizes, degrades, and dehumanizes Native American women encourages and sanctions violence against them. This depiction of Indigenous …

Abolish Unjust Fees for All Californians (Bradford) (AB 177)
Criminal Justice & Policing, Racial and Economic Justice
Currently, California law permits counties to charge people administrative fees for diversion programs, drug and alcohol testing, civil assessments, record sealing, and even a fee for being put on a payment plan. These fees can …
PROMYSE: Promoting Youth Success and Empowerment Act (Bradford) (SB 493)
Education Equity, Racial and Economic Justice
The PROMYSE (Promoting Youth Success and Empowerment) Act will ensure the effective investment of Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention Act (JJCPA) grant dollars, which are intended to support youth locally and limit involvement in the justice …