Defending the Defenseless – All Services

Our mission is to stand up for those who cannot stand up for themselves, to challenge the forces that place profit over people.

List of Services

Share Post

Legal Advocacy and Representation
  Pro Bono Legal Services Offering free legal advice and representation to individuals who cannot afford legal services. This includes assistance with civil rights, housing, labor rights, immigration, and family law.
  Class Action Lawsuits Non-profits sometimes organize collective legal action to address systemic injustices that affect large groups of underrepresented individuals, such as discrimination or unfair labor practices.
  Human Rights Defense Organizations advocate for individuals and groups facing persecution, advocating for fair treatment under international human rights standards.
  Immigration and Refugee Representation Legal aid for asylum seekers, refugees, and immigrants, including help with asylum claims, deportation defense, and naturalization processes.

Policy Advocacy and Lobbying
  Legislative Lobbying Non-profits lobby for laws and policies that address inequalities, promote social justice, and protect the rights of marginalized populations (e.g., minimum wage laws, healthcare access).
  Grassroots Advocacy Engaging communities in advocacy campaigns, such as petitioning and mobilizing voters to support policies that benefit the economically underserved and politically underrepresented.
  Advocacy for Electoral Reform Promoting fair electoral systems, including campaigning for proportional representation, voting rights, and anti-gerrymandering efforts.

Economic Empowerment and Financial Advocacy
  Job Placement and Workforce Training Non-profits work to create opportunities for employment and provide skills training for marginalized groups, particularly in economically disadvantaged communities.
  Microfinance and Financial Inclusion Offering small loans, savings plans, and financial education to economically underserved individuals to help them start businesses, access financial services, and build economic independence.
  Wage Advocacy Campaigning for fair wages, advocating for living wage legislation, and fighting against wage theft for low-income and precarious workers.

Community Organizing and Social Mobilization
  Community Leadership Programs Empowering local leaders from marginalized groups to organize their communities, advocate for change, and participate in civic life.
  Social Movements and Protests Supporting and organizing movements that bring attention to the rights of the politically underrepresented and socially underprivileged, such as racial justice, gender equality, and LGBTQ+ rights movements.
  Voter Registration and Civic Education Non-profits work to engage politically underrepresented groups, helping them register to vote, understand their rights, and become informed voters.

Healthcare Advocacy
  Access to Healthcare Advocating for healthcare services for underserved populations, including the homeless, low-income individuals, and rural communities. This can involve helping them navigate public health insurance, access medical care, and fight for public healthcare reforms.
  Mental Health Advocacy Raising awareness about mental health issues, reducing stigma, and advocating for mental health services in economically and socially marginalized communities.
  Public Health Campaigns Promoting initiatives that address public health crises, such as access to vaccines, maternal health care, and treatment for chronic diseases among underserved populations.

Housing and Homelessness Advocacy

  Affordable Housing Campaigning for policies that increase the availability of affordable housing for low-income families and individuals.
  Homelessness Services Offering shelter, legal representation, and advocacy for the homeless, including efforts to prevent evictions and improve housing rights.
  Tenant Rights Advocacy Representing renters facing eviction, discrimination, or unsafe living conditions, and advocating for stronger tenant protection laws.

Education Advocacy

  Access to Quality Education Non-profits fight for equal access to quality education for marginalized groups, including advocating for improved public school funding, desegregation efforts, and equitable distribution of resources.
  Scholarship Programs and Tutoring Providing financial support and educational services to economically disadvantaged students to help them pursue higher education and vocational training.
  Special Education Advocacy Representing children with disabilities or learning differences to ensure they receive appropriate educational accommodations and services.

Gender and Sexuality Advocacy

  Gender Equality Campaigns Advocating for women’s rights, such as equal pay, reproductive rights, and protection from gender-based violence.
  LGBTQ+ Rights Advocacy Legal representation and social advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community, including fighting for marriage equality, anti-discrimination laws, and protection from violence.
  Reproductive Health and Rights Ensuring access to reproductive healthcare, contraception, and family planning services, especially for economically underserved women.

Racial and Ethnic Minority Advocacy

  Civil Rights Advocacy Addressing racial discrimination and promoting equal treatment for racial and ethnic minorities in areas like criminal justice, education, housing, and employment.
  Indigenous Rights Representation Advocating for the rights of indigenous communities, particularly around issues of land ownership, cultural preservation, and political self-determination.
  Anti-Racism Campaigns Non-profits often work to combat racism through public education, policy change, and supporting victims of hate crimes.

Environmental Justice Advocacy

  Environmental Rights for Marginalized Communities Advocating for clean air, water, and land for communities that are disproportionately affected by environmental degradation, such as low-income and indigenous populations.
  Climate Change Advocacy Non-profits advocate for policies that address climate change and its impacts on vulnerable communities, including disaster preparedness and sustainable development initiatives.

Disability Rights Advocacy

  Access to Services and Accommodations Non-profits work to ensure that individuals with disabilities have equal access to public services, transportation, education, and employment opportunities.
  Advocacy for Inclusive Legislation Lobbying for laws that protect the rights of people with disabilities and ensure they are not discriminated against in any aspect of life.

Youth and Child Advocacy

  Child Protection Services Advocating for children’s rights and protecting them from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. This includes legal representation for children in family court and juvenile justice reform efforts.
  Youth Empowerment Programs Providing education, mentorship, and leadership opportunities for economically underserved youth to help them succeed in school and life.

Prison Reform and Criminal Justice Advocacy

  Prisoner Rights Advocacy Defending the rights of incarcerated individuals, particularly in areas of prison conditions, wrongful convictions, and access to legal representation
  Criminal Justice Reform Campaigning to reduce mass incarceration, reform policing practices, and advocate for alternatives to incarceration, particularly for marginalized groups.

International Humanitarian Advocacy

  Humanitarian Aid and Relief Non-profits work in war zones, disaster-stricken areas, and regions of extreme poverty to provide essential services such as food, water, and medical care.
  Advocacy for Refugees and Displaced People Assisting refugees and internally displaced persons by advocating for their rights and providing legal, financial, and social support.