The mission of the Institute is to empower underserved and disenfranchised communities by addressing systemic social issues through legal representation, research, education and advocacy.
Vision:
The vision of the Institute is to serve as one of the nation’s preeminent think tanks for research and advocacy on legal and social issues affecting underserved communities. We will serve as a leading voice in promoting social justice and be recognized for excellence in our programs and the quality of our community engagement.