Since 1950

The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights is the nation's oldest, largest, and most diverse civil and human rights coalition. From the beginning, we were forged to fight the intractable — together.

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At a time when our nation's progress and highest values are in peril, we are marshaling our shared power to promote and protect civil and human rights.

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Vision for Justice

Envisioning a new approach to public safety that honors the dignity and human rights of all people

And Still I Vote

Protecting the freedom to vote and realizing the promise of democracy for all in America

Accountable Now

Collecting and sharing police use of force data to end violence and reimagine public safety

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