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.

🚨 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!

We are hiring! Systemic Justice has two open positions: 💛 Legal Programme Manager, with a focus on building community capacity to use strategic litigation for systemic change; 💛(Senior) Strategic Litigation Fellow, with a focus to partner with communities to develop and pursue strategic litigation cases. Why join Systemic Justice? Systemic Justice works to radically transform how the law serves communities campaigning for racial, social, and economic justice. We offer flexible hours tailored to European time zones, supportive team culture, and more! 💌 For the full job descriptions, compensation details, and how to apply, click here: 👉🏽Legal Programme Manager https://lnkd.in/e4VXtJrc 👉🏽(Senior) Strategic Litigation Fellow https://lnkd.in/eA-JN-k9

"Revolution is not a one-time event." – Audre Lorde 🗞️ Last Tuesday, Shell won an appeal against a groundbreaking 2021 Dutch court ruling that required the company to significantly reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The outcome of Shell’s appeal may feel like a setback, but let's be clear: it won’t end the wave of climate lawsuits demanding accountability from corporations. Real, lasting change through the courts doesn’t come from a single dramatic showdown. It happens long before a case reaches the courtroom: by building trust-based relationships, centring affected communities, and crafting strategies that go beyond winning a judgment. At Systemic Justice, we’re working alongside communities across Europe to make litigation a tool for systemic change. It may not be fast, but when done right, it reshapes entire systems. 👉🏽 Dive into our blog to learn how this deliberate, community-led approach is driving meaningful progress: https://lnkd.in/ehw5keTw