Montgomery Square Opens, Illuminating a Pivotal Decade of Civil Rights History
Montgomery, Alabama – A powerful new cultural and educational landmark, Montgomery Square, has officially opened its doors, inviting visitors to…
Civil Rights
Recognizing Arbitrariness, Gov. Commutes Charles Burton’s Death Sentence
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey today commuted the death sentence of Charles "Sonny" Burton, 75, to life in prison without the…
EJI Remembers Dr. Bernard LaFayette Jr., Champion of Nonviolent Action
Early Life and the Genesis of a Movement Leader Bernard LaFayette Jr. was born in Tampa, Florida, in 1940, into…
Gordon Parks: We Shall Not Be Moved
In a poignant tribute marking the 20th anniversary of The Gordon Parks Foundation, a powerful solo exhibition titled Gordon Parks:…
Virginia Ends Decades-Long Tax Exemptions for Confederate Organizations, Marking a Historic Shift in State Policy
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger recently signed into law a landmark bill, HB167, effectively terminating state tax exemptions for several organizations…
Fayetteville Unveils Historic Marker Honoring Victims of Racial Terror Lynching, Marking a Step Towards Healing and Accountability
On March 12, 2024, Fayetteville, Georgia, witnessed a profound moment of reckoning and remembrance as dozens of community members and…
Equal Justice Initiative Unveils Montgomery Square, Commemorating Pivotal Decade of Civil Rights Struggle and Launching New Oral History Project
Montgomery, AL – The Equal Justice Initiative (EJI) officially dedicated its newest site, Montgomery Square, in a poignant ceremony attended…
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Strikes Down Mandatory Life Without Parole for Felony Murder, Citing State Constitution’s Cruel Punishments Clause
In a landmark decision poised to reshape criminal justice in the Commonwealth, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court has unequivocally ruled that…
Supreme Court Delivers Major Blow to Voting Rights Act, Gutting Section 2 in Landmark Louisiana v. Callais Decision
The Supreme Court delivered a profound blow to the bedrock of American democracy yesterday, effectively gutting Section 2 of the…
EJI to Host Expansive Juneteenth Celebration with Free Legacy Site Access and Jazz Concert Featuring Nate Smith and Lizz Wright.
The Equal Justice Initiative (EJI) is set to host its annual Juneteenth commemoration on Friday, June 19, 2026, offering free…
