Announcements

November is National Native American Heritage Month

November has been designated “National American Indian Heritage Month” since 1990. It is a time to celebrate the diverse traditions and languages of Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities, as well as their contributions to the culture and history of the United States, while raising awareness of the genocidal policies they faced in …

Mobilization for Justice Receives Multimillion-Dollar Grant from Patterson Belknap Following Landmark Settlement in Disability Discrimination Lawsuit

New York, NY—July 23, 2025 In a significant victory for New York City nursing home residents and their families, Mobilization for Justice (“MFJ”), in partnership with Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP, secured a landmark class action settlement for individuals who were denied access to a state program that would have helped them receive essential …

Happy Pride Month!

June is Pride Month. Since its inception, Pride has always been about love, community, and protest. This year is no different. Pride Month is a time for the LGBTQIA+ community and allies to come together to fight for our rights, push for equality, and demand a brighter, more just future for everyone. It is also a …

March is Women’s History Month

March is Women’s History Month. This is a time to celebrate and uplift women’s equality and progress while also recognizing the contributions of women throughout history. The theme for 2025 is “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations,” which celebrates the women who have dedicated their work and lives to education, mentorship, and leadership. …

MFJ, LSSA Agree to New 3-Year Contract, Ending Strike

Earlier this week, after months of bargaining, both MFJ and LSSA voted to ratify a previously reached Memorandum of Understanding to settle contract negotiations and end a strike, ratifying a new three-year contract. MFJ staff returned to work on Wednesday, May 22, 2024. MFJ and LSSA successfully reached numerous agreements – contract amendments, listed below …

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