Community Conversations We organize regular “Community Conversations” — unscripted dialogues featuring local leaders working to build a better Louisville. Justice Film Festival The annual Justice Film Festival (January–March) features film screenings and discussions on pressing justice issues, highlighting local opportunities to get involved and drive solutions.
The Justice Center facilitates the Interfaith Environmental Action Network (IEAN). This network meets regularly to share successes, pool resources, and increase congregational sustainability efforts while collaborating to make a collective impact on our broader community. IEAN provides a dedicated space for congregations to share experiences, best practices, and resources related to “creation care.” Together, we … Continue reading Environmental Justice
The Justice Center works to strengthen congregational efforts to promote reproductive rights and justice while expanding opportunities for congregations to actively support LGBTQ+ advocacy. We facilitate Transpire, an interfaith network standing in support and solidarity with transgender individuals. Transpire focuses on three main areas: Supporting congregations in becoming more welcoming and affirming for transgender individuals … Continue reading Gender Justice
The Justice Center partners with the Coalition for the Homeless, the Metropolitan Housing Coalition, Metro United Way, and VOCAL-KY to engage and mobilize faith communities in local efforts to prevent and end homelessness. Key initiatives include Room in the Inn, the Safe and Stable Housing for All Campaign, Home for Good, and Roof Over Our … Continue reading Housing Justice
Advancing Democracy We define democracy as “the degree to which people participate in the decisions that impact our lives.” The Justice Center collaborates with partners to coordinate voter mobilization and engagement while actively working to protect and expand democratic participation beyond the ballot box.
