Who's Hiring? 10 Civil Rights Advocacy Organizations

Each January, the annual celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Day invites us to reflect on the incredible legacy of the civil rights icon and his contributions to the larger civil rights movement in the United States. With the recent passing of Dexter Scott King, MLK’s son who continued to shepherd his father’s vision, we at Idealist recognize the importance of honoring the work of activists who fought for a more free and just world.

Ensuring everyone, everywhere, can live a life free from discrimination is an ongoing effort that requires us to take action on issues of civil rights year round. That’s why we’re proud to work with nonprofits across the sector that are fully dedicated to this cause.

This month, we’ve rounded up job opportunities at 10 civil rights advocacy organizations. If you’re energized by the idea of breaking barriers, challenging injustice, and fostering a society where every person’s rights are protected, you may find your next great role below.

1. Civil Rights Corps, Washington DC

This civil rights law organization is comprised of passionate and dedicated advocates who seek to fight inequality and protect the rights of the most underrepresented, impoverished, and marginalized members of our society. They are hiring a Litigation Support Fellow and a Director of Litigation, both of which will work in a hybrid capacity.

2. The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law, Washington DC

This nonpartisan law and policy institute seeks to improve systems of democracy and justice in the United States. They are hiring a Program Associate for a hybrid role.

3. PILnet, Remote Role

This global, non-governmental organization seeks to reclaim and reimagine the role of law so that it works for the benefit of all. They are hiring a Development and Partnerships (Senior) Manager for a remote role.

4. Equality California, California

This grassroots-based, statewide advocacy organization is dedicated to achieving and maintaining full and lasting equality, acceptance, and social justice for all people in the LGBTQ+ community, inside and outside of California. They are hiring for two remote roles: one for a Program Associate based near Fresno and the other for a Program Associate based near Visalia.

5. Simpson Housing Services, Minneapolis, MN

This organization seeks to assist individuals and single-parent families by advocating for their human and civil rights, specifically by providing affordable shelter and housing support services. They are hiring a Group Mentoring Program Coordinator for an onsite role.

6. Deeds Not Words, Texas

This community of changemakers wants to empower future generations of millennial activists by turning ideas about women’s equality into action and providing the community, resources, and information to make changes in your community. They are hiring a Political Director for a remote role based in Texas.

7. ACLU of Georgia, Atlanta, GA

This nationwide, non-profit, non-partisan organization is dedicated to the principles of liberty and equality embodied within the U.S. Constitution. They are hiring an Administrative Assistant for a hybrid role based in Atlanta, GA.

8. Street Vendor Project, New York, NY

The Street Vendor Project (SVP) is a worker center dedicated to organizing the diverse community of workers, self-employed people, and small business owners who make their living on the streets and sidewalks of New York City. They are hiring a Lead Organizer for an onsite role.

9. S.A.V.E., Miami, FL

As South Florida’s leading organization dedicated to protecting people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender against discrimination, SAVE advocates for equal rights for persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities. They are hiring a Community & Field Organizer for a hybrid role in Miami, FL.

10. Nationalities Service Center, Philadelphia, PA

This organization provides social, educational, senior, translation and interpretation, and legal services to help immigrants and refugees participate fully in American society. They are hiring a Legal Data Specialist for a hybrid role.

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