Overview
While much of the work of the Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless occurs in response to threats of harm against people experiencing housing, economic, and racial injustice in D.C., we are committed to engaging in systemic advocacy that addresses the fundamental issues and impacts of housing unaffordability, discrimination, racial injustice, and lack of local resources on efforts to ending homelessness.
We work towards achieving racial and economic injustice in D.C. by improving funding, policies, laws, and regulations that govern agencies and programs that impact our client community.
We build power with and for D.C. residents experiencing homelessness, housing insecurity, and poverty.
Get Involved
If you are a community member who has experienced homelessness or housing insecurity in Washington, D.C. and want to learn about opportunities to make your voice heard, please email us at communityengagement@legalclinic.org.
Reach Out to Elected Officials
If you would like to reach out directly to your locally-elected mayor and D.C. Council members, as well as their constituent services staff, you can use this form to send one email to all of them.
Advocacy Updates from the Legal Clinic
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“Save Money. Live Better.” Just Not DC Workers?
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When Will The Arc Bend Towards Justice For DC Kids?
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“Hold On To HUD!” Housing Rally on Wednesday July 24th
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Council Vote on HSRA Amendments Is A Victory for DC Residents
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Huge Revenue Windfall For DC: Take Action Today to Fund Human Needs And Fight For Better Shelter Reforms!
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Councilmember Graham Asks Attorney General to Look Into Constitutional and Civil Rights Concerns With HSRA Amendments
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HSRA Amendments a “Large Step Backward” for Due Process
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Hearing on HSRA Amendments: Mandatory Escrow Must Go
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What We’ve Won: FY2014 Budget Run-Down
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Budget Vote Tomorrow: All Eyes on Funding for Housing, TANF