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COURAGEOUS CHOICES: An Extraordinary Los Angeles
As one of the nation’s premier poverty law centers,
Bet Tzedek’s mission is to pursue equal justice for all.
Together, we can protect the legal rights of the poor
and forge new pathways out of poverty.
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EXTRAORDINARILY COURAGEOUSJustice, Justice You Shall Pursue...
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EXTRAORDINARILY DYNAMIC
Bet Tzedek is a full service, comprehensive poverty law
center. Our highly integrated programs combine
direct advocacy with outreach, education,
training and legislative reform.
EXTRAORDINARILY DEDICATEDBet Tzedek law clerks, circa 1980
EXTRAORDINARILY COMPELLING
Bet Tzedek’s comprehensive approach to
poverty law is both innovative and effective.
Now a best practices model worldwide,
Bet Tzedek opens the door to justice for over
10,000 low-income, elderly and disabled Angelenos
each year.
EXTRAORDINARILY VITALBet Tzedek is a catalytic force for poverty law
EXTRAORDINARILY INSPIRING
“Bet Tzedek volunteers make new relationships
in the fight against injustice and gain a deeper
understanding of the daily struggles of our fellow
Angelenos. Bet Tzedek itself becomes a bridge
between communities, a path towards
justice...”
- SANDOR E. SAMUELS, BOARD OF DIRECTORS
EXTRAORDINARILY GENEROUSGenerous volunteers expand our ability to serve those in need.
EXTRAORDINARILY ESSENTIAL
Bet Tzedek is a vital lifeline for thousands of
Angelenos seeking equal access to justice.
Our multi-faceted programs empower clients to
equally access opportunity, and protect low-income individuals nationwide.
EXTRAORDINARILY COLLABORATIVE
Bet Tzedek is the hub of a broad network of
well-integrated partners. Working strategically with
law firms and social service agencies, Bet Tzedek identifies
systemic injustices and builds collaborative
solutions that address the root causes of poverty
and exploitation.
EXTRAORDINARILY COMMITTEDStaff attorneys fight tirelessly against the root causes of poverty.
EXTRAORDINARILY PIONEERING
Bet Tzedek’s pioneering programs take a holistic
approach to the major problems confronting low-income
seniors and families. These groundbreaking initiatives
pursue actions with substantial policy impact, and create
replicable models that are used nationwide.
EXTRAORDINARILY INNOVATIVE
A volunteer army of nearly 750 legal professionals lend
their specialized skills to fight for those who have no
other advocate. Their dedication and commitment
dramatically expand Bet Tzedek’s capacity to address
the needs of low-income Angelenos.
EXTRAORDINARILY GRATEFULThank you! Your generous support makes justice a reality for thousands of vulnerable Los Angeles residents each year.
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