Mississippi Center For Justice

Join us for Financial Friday with the Mississippi Center For Justice! Today, we're sharing the importance of prioritizing quality over price when making purchasing decisions. While cheaper products may seem like a steal, investing in higher-quality items can lead to significant savings in the long run by reducing replacement costs. Make informed choices and choose quality for lasting value. Explore more financial insights on our website’s economic justice page. #FinancialFriday #MCJ #QualityMatters

Yesterday, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals overturned its earlier decision declaring Mississippi’s lifetime voting ban—which applies only to individuals convicted of one of Mississippi’s 23 disenfranchising crimes—unconstitutional. Mississippians convicted of crimes that do not take away their right to vote can still vote. The Fifth Circuit’s ruling upholds Mississippi’s racist Constitution of 1890 and is out of step with the public: 80% of Mississippians believe that people who have successfully re-entered society should get their right to vote back. State lawmakers must align Mississippi law with Mississippians’ core values. MCJ and its partners will keep fighting to ensure they do. Read more in our joint press release with our partners, with whom we filed an amicus brief in this proceeding. Federal Court Upholds Mississippi Lifetime Felony Disenfranchisement Law | Mississippi Center for Justice (mscenterforjustice.org)

📢 Today's the Day! Mississippi Center for Justice and Planters Bank are hosting the Homebuyer Education Class tonight at 5:30 PM at St. Benedict the Moor Parish Hall, 403 Church Street, Indianola, MS 38751. Learn the homebuying process, find out how to get qualified, and discover financing options. Don't miss out! Register now: https://bit.ly/3VN4UT5 #HomebuyerEducation #MCJ #PlantersBank #DreamHome

Have you ever wanted to explore Mississippi’s civil rights history up close and personal? Here’s your chance! The Mississippi Center for Justice is hosting The Great Mississippi Road Trip from September 27-29, 2024! Get ready for an unforgettable journey through history! Join us as we explore Mississippi’s rich heritage and honor the courageous changemakers of the Civil Rights Movement. The tour starts in Jackson, and then we head to the Mississippi Delta. You will visit iconic civil rights landmarks, experience the music that shaped a nation, and hear inspiring stories. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with the past and be inspired for the future. Click the link below for the full itinerary, more details, and to secure your spot. We look forward to sharing this meaningful journey with you! https://bit.ly/467qDtK

It's Financial Friday at the Mississippi Center For Justice! Join us as we explore the fundamentals of financial literacy, including budgeting, retirement planning, debt management, and personal spending. Take control of your finances with the 50-30-20 rule: allocate 50% for needs, 30% for wants, and 20% for savings. Follow us every Friday for expert insights and tips! For more in-depth resources, visit the economic justice page on our website. #FinancialFriday #MCJ #FinancialLiteracy

📢 Today's the Day! Join us this evening for the Special Education Clinic in Shaw, MS hosted by the Mississippi Center For Justice Education Project. Learn how to get your student the services they need to succeed in school. 🗓 Date: Today, July 11, 2024 🕒 Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 📍 Location: Delta Hands for Hope, 124 Peeler Avenue, Shaw, MS 38773 This event is free and open to all. Know your rights and ensure your student receives the support they deserve. We hope to see you there! #SpecialEducation #KnowYourRights #MCJ #EducationForAll

Mark your calendars! You're invited to MCJ's annual signature event, Champions of Justice, on September 26 at The Westin Jackson. Join us for a reception at 6 PM and an inspiring awards program at 7 PM as we honor Mississippi's catalyst(s) for change. Attire is semi-formal or business attire. More details to come. In the meantime, learn more about our work at mscenterforjustice.org. #ChampionsofJustice #MCJ #catalystforchange

🔔Upcoming Event! The Mississippi Center for Justice Education Project is hosting a Special Education Clinic in Shaw, MS. This free event is open to all and will help you learn how to get your students the services they need to succeed in school. 🗓 Date: Thursday, July 11, 2024 🕒 Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 📍 Location: Delta Hands for Hope, 124 Peeler Avenue, Shaw, MS 38773 Know your rights and ensure your student receives the support they deserve. Don't miss out on this important event! #SpecialEducation #KnowYourRights #MCJ #EducationForAll

📢 Today is the day! Have you experienced housing discrimination? Did you know there are federal laws that prohibit housing discrimination for certain protected classes? Join the City of Biloxi and the Mississippi Center for Justice for a Fair Housing Workshop at 5:30 PM to learn about your rights under the Fair Housing Act and how to combat housing discrimination. 📅 Date: July 9, 2024 🕠 Time: 5:30 PM 📍 Location: Community Development Auditorium, 676 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Biloxi, MS For more info, contact Susan Pickich at 228-435-6269 or MCJ at 228-435-7284 (Option 5 for Housing). #FairHousing #KnowYourRights #MCJ #CityofBiloxi

Another win! Another Victory for Justice! A federal court has ordered Mississippi to redraw its 2022 state legislative maps in several areas after concluding those maps unlawfully diluted the voting strength of Black Mississippians. As we approach the 59th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, this decision marks a significant step toward upholding its promise. Black Mississippians deserve an equal voice, and this ruling brings us closer to that goal. Read press release here - https://lnkd.in/gZtQ2_CK #VotingRights #Equality #JusticeForAll