After 42 wonderful years, my time as president of Alliance for Justice is winding down. Leading AFJ has been the honor of a lifetime, and I will be forever grateful to the wonderful staff, coalition partners, member organizations, and supporters that have made our success possible.

— Nan Aron

Read Nan's full open letter.

We are fighting for our rights and our courts.

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Advocacy by nonprofits is not only legal — it’s important, powerful, and fundamental to democracy. Learn more about our Bolder Advocacy program.

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Four decades of fighting for justice

Since 1979, AFJ has been the leader in advocating for a fair and independent justice system, preserving access to the courts, and empowering people to advocate on behalf of the issues they believe in. AFJ’s strength is rooted in our membership of over 120 organizations who share a commitment to a justice, freedom, and equality.
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Alliance for Justice is a national association of over 120 organizations, representing a broad array of groups committed to progressive values and the creation of an equitable, just, and free society. Since 1979, AFJ has been the leader in advocating for a fair and independent justice system, preserving access to…
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Member Organizations

At Alliance for Justice’s founding, a handful of organizations came together to protect core constitutional rights. Forty years later, our strength remains rooted in our membership of more than 120 organizations. Diverse in their missions, members are united in their commitment to progressive values and the creation of an equitable, just, and free society. AFJ’s…
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Judicial Nominations

Every day, federal judges uphold the Constitution, place a check on overzealous legislatures, and help Americans find justice. AFJ’s Justice Program monitors and assesses federal judicial nominations to ensure our courts are staffed with highly qualified judges that will safeguard the rights of all, not just the wealthy and powerful.
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Bolder Advocacy

Bolder Advocacy promotes active engagement in the policy making process by giving nonprofits and foundations the confidence to speak out courageously and protecting their right to do so. Bolder Advocacy provides nonprofits with the knowledge they need to become confident advocates. Our staff attorneys conduct workshops and…
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Take Action

Join the Fight Our courts are the last line of protection against an administration that is putting people’s lives at risk through its abusive and radical actions. It’s up to us to take a stand. Join the fight to ensure that our judiciary respects our constitutional rights and liberties. Check…
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Our Impact

AFJ has been a leader in galvanizing the largest and most diverse coalition of progressive advocates in our nation’s history and energizing millions of people from all walks of life to prioritize the courts. Our Bolder Advocacy program has trained thousands of nonprofits and foundations on how to advocate for their missions. Alliance for Justice is working toward a brighter and more just future. We hope you will join us.

The Latest

AFJ: Jennifer Sung and Beth Robinson Deserve Swift Confirmation
This morning, the Senate Judiciary Committee held a hearing to consider Jennifer Sung for the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit and Justice Beth Robinson for the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.

Press Release / September 14, 2021

Supreme Court Allows Texas to Ban Abortion, Effectively Overturning Roe v. Wade
The U.S. Supreme Court’s ultraconservative majority effectively overturned Roe v. Wade and the Constitutional right to safe, legal abortion Tuesday night when they refused to issue an emergency stay of SB8, a Texas law making abortion illegal after six weeks, and putting a public bounty of $10,000 on abortion providers and anyone helping people seeking abortions.

Press Release / September 1, 2021

An Open Letter from Nan Aron on the Future of AFJ
After 42 wonderful years, my time as president of Alliance for Justice is winding down. Leading AFJ has been the honor of a lifetime, and I will be forever grateful to the wonderful staff, coalition partners, member organizations, and supporters that have made our success possible.

Blog / September 8, 2021

Member Spotlight: Faith in Action
Each month Alliance for Justice has a series of blog posts highlighting our members. This month we highlight Faith in Action, which works on behalf of everyday people across the United States, aiming to showcase that justice is what faith looks like in public.

Member Spotlight / August 31, 2021