Systemic Justice

At Systemic Justice, we work to radically transform how the law works for communities fighting for racial, social, and economic justice. We are the first Black-led and majority BPOC team NGO in Europe. Do you want to receive monthly email updates on our litigation and research work, job openings, and and news about our network of communities? Then sign up for our newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e_z3HdUc. We will send you only the most important updates. You can unsubscribe at any time, and we won’t ever pass your details on to other organisations.

What does climate justice look like? At the Reclaiming Climate Justice Summit, hosted by Systemic Justice last October, BIPOC climate justice activists discussed, dreamed, and drew the answer to that question. Thank you, Haruka Aoki for so beautifully articulating these visions! 🤩🎨 👉🏽 Read more about the Summit here: https://lnkd.in/eY4yXCDz 🎧 Want to learn more about the way communities across Europe are resisting the climate crisis? Check out “Whose Planet? The Climate Justice Podcast” wherever you get your podcasts: https://lnk.to/hIVB9U.

In October, at our Reclaiming Climate Justice Summit, we brought together BIPOC climate justice activists from across Europe to connect, strategise, and build collective power. One of the most powerful moments of the summit was creating a shared vision for climate justice. Starting with one-sentence ideas on post-its, we worked together through group discussions and workshops to refine and evolve these into a unified vision. To bring this vision to life, we collaborated with the incredible artist Haruka Aoki, who translated our collective aspirations into this beautiful visual embodiment of the communities, struggles, and hopes at the heart of the fight for climate justice. 📢 What do you think we should prioritise in 2025 to achieve climate justice? Let us know what you think!

🚨 Don’t miss out—applications close soon! We’re hiring for two exciting roles at Systemic Justice: 💛 Legal Programme Manager 💛 (Senior) Strategic Litigation Fellow ⏳ Applications close on 20 December. More details below 👇🏽

🌟 We'd love to hear from you! 🌟 At Systemic Justice, we’re committed to building a more just and equitable world—and your feedback helps us get there. Whether you’re an activist, advocate, or someone passionate about justice, we’d love to know how we can improve our communications and better connect with you. We’ve created a short survey that takes just 3 minutes to complete. Your responses are confidential, and we won’t share your data with any other parties. 💬 Share your thoughts here: https://lnkd.in/eBMTTsP5 Thank you for helping us grow!

After COP29, there has been a lot of debate on what climate justice really means. At our Reclaiming Climate Justice Summit held in October, we asked BIPOC climate leaders to envision what it means to them. Their responses were centred on the voices that are too often left out of global climate discussions – as climate spaces tend to focus on solutions without addressing the intersection of the climate crisis and various systems of oppression. What do you think is the most important step towards achieving climate justice? Nani Jansen Reventlow Samia Dumbuya Rukiatu Fatmata Sheriff Gilberto Morishaw Qivioq Løvstrøm Kwanza Musi Dos Santos Terezia Rostas Lauren Rosegreen Rania Daki Editing: Steven Pieternella  

⏰ Reminder: our candidate FAQ sessions are happening soon! If you're considering joining Systemic Justice as our Legal Programme Manager or (Senior) Strategic Litigation Fellow, don’t miss this opportunity to connect with us. These FAQ sessions are your chance to: ✔️ learn more about the role you're interested in; ✔️ ask questions about the recruitment process; ✔️ gain insights into our values and work. Session details: 💛 (Senior) Strategic Litigation Fellow FAQ session: 12 December 2024, 18:00 CET. Register here: https://lnkd.in/enRHbrZF 💛 Legal Programme Manager FAQ session: 16 December 2024, 18:00 CET. Register here: https://lnkd.in/e3NGha3A Whether you’re curious about the roles or have specific questions, we’d love to see you there! Remember, you can remain anonymous while asking your questions. 👉🏽 Sign up now and take the first step toward joining our team!

In Belgium, five women who had been forcibly removed from their families during Belgian colonial rule in the Congo have been awarded reparations for the systemic discrimination and harm they endured, with the courts recognising that this state-sanctioned kidnapping of children born to a Black mother and a white father was a crime against humanity. This is a powerful example of groups using the law to challenge injustices and demand accountability. 💭 Do you believe that law can be used as a tool for change? Let us know what you think!

How can communities and movements use the courts to drive their causes and campaigns? We've developed a Community toolkit for change to help answer this question and build the knowledge and power of communities fighting for racial, social, and economic justice. Here’s what’s included: 📘 Strategic litigation: A guide for legal action Litigation can be a powerful tool for systemic change. This guide breaks down the essential components of strategic litigation, offering real-world examples to help you understand its role in advancing justice—both inside and outside the courtroom. 📖 Words for justice: A glossary of essential legal terms Legal language shouldn’t be a barrier to justice. This glossary demystifies legal terminology so communities can integrate legal tools into their advocacy on their own terms. 💬 How can we use the courts? A conversation starter This is a simple document with questions that you can bring into community spaces to spark discussions on how litigation could support your vision for change. This resource helps you identify actionable steps to develop a community-driven legal strategy. Legal knowledge shouldn’t exclusively sit with lawyers or legal advisors. When it does, it cannot serve justice for all. This is why when developing these resources, we’ve prioritised clarity and accessibility. The toolkit is available in multiple languages: English, French, Spanish, Danish, and Turkish. 🔗 Explore the toolkit and download the resources here: https://lnkd.in/gTJmZqiN

🔍 Are you considering joining Systemic Justice as our Legal Programme Manager or (Senior) Strategic Litigation Fellow? Do you have questions about the roles, our team, or the application process? As part of our commitment to build better recruitment practices, we’re hosting candidate FAQ sessions for these positions — with a separate session dedicated to each role. The candidate FAQ session is an opportunity to: ✔️learn more about the role you are interested in; ✔️ask any questions you may have about the recruitment process; ✔️gain a deeper understanding of our values and work. The sessions are open to everyone, and you’ll have the option to remain anonymous while asking your questions. Register now to join the FAQ session for your preferred role: 💛 Legal Programme Manager FAQ session, 16 December 2024 at 18:00 CET: https://lnkd.in/e3NGha3A 💛 (Senior) Strategic Litigation Fellow FAQ session, 12 December 2024 at 18:00 CET: https://lnkd.in/enRHbrZF We look forward to meeting you!