Discover how AJC drives change through innovative programs, advocacy, and community empowerment.
Our Work
Community Empowerment
AJC fosters growth and leadership by organizing resources and programs that uplift communities of color and promote personal and collective empowerment.
Community Organizing
AJC mobilizes individuals to engage civically, emphasizing the importance of voting and participation in shaping a just and inclusive society.
Community Empowerment
AJC drives transformative change by advocating for criminal justice reform and pushing for policies that hold systems accountable and address inequalities.
We’ve Supported
Justice Reform – Through advocacy and policy change, Austin Justice Coalition has contributed to a 20% reduction in the use of excessive force incidents in Austin over the past three years.
Economic Empowerment – Since its inception, AJC has connected over 500 families to affordable housing resources and economic opportunities, empowering underserved communities across Austin.
Civic Engagement – By educating and mobilizing voters, AJC helped increase voter turnout by 15% in historically marginalized neighborhoods during the last election cycle.
AJC has developed a series of social justice initiatives and programs aimed at eliminating systems that create racial disparities
Radical Advocates
A year-long paid program launched in 2022, RAA trains aspiring advocates in organizing and managing policy campaigns. By building community-led advocacy skills, RAA strengthens both AJC’s impact and the broader movement for justice.
Housing & Mobility Justice
Everyone deserves safe, affordable housing and reliable transportation. AJC challenges segregation, displacement, and economic barriers by advocating for equitable housing policies, walkable communities, and accessible public transit, ensuring all Austinites can thrive.
Economic Justice
A just Austin starts with collaboration. This initiative unites city leaders and major corporations to drive projects aligned with Austin’s 2023 Strategic Direction, fostering innovation, economic inclusion, and lasting change for historically excluded communities.
Building Austin School Systems
BASS transforms Austin school systems by confronting racist policies, fostering inclusive learning spaces, and amplifying community voices. Through advocacy and direct action, we create schools where all students—especially BIPOC youth—can truly thrive.
Black Art Matters
BAM is AJC’s annual art show and fundraiser, showcasing Black voices through creative expression. This event uplifts Black artists, amplifies their work, and celebrates the power of art in advancing justice and cultural representation.
Black Food Month
Black Food Month is a citywide celebration of Black-owned restaurants and food businesses in Austin. Expanding from its origins as Black Food Week, this month-long initiative shines a spotlight on the rich flavors, culture, and contributions of Black chefs and restaurateurs. Join us in supporting, sharing, and savoring the best of Austin’s Black food scene!
Bro Brunch
A community space for Black men to gather, share, and support one another. More than a meal, Bro Brunch fosters healing, growth, and meaningful conversations that redefine manhood through vulnerability, strength, and connection.
Project Orange
Project Orange empowers eligible incarcerated individuals in Travis County Jail to vote. In partnership with Houston Justice Coalition, we educate detainees on their rights and challenge systemic barriers. Through advocacy, we amplify the voices of those impacted by the justice system.
Justice Access Support Initiative
A community space for Black men to gather, share, and support one another. More than a meal, Bro Brunch fosters healing, growth, and meaningful conversations that redefine manhood through vulnerability, strength, and connection.
