about us

We embed creativity where change happens

Justice in Residence is a national social innovation organization that partners with communities, movement organizations, and design leaders to co-create bold ideas and powerful campaigns that advance justice and build a more equitable future.

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MISSION

To embed creativity where change happens by cultivating emerging designers, partnering with movement organizations, and mobilizing design for social impact.

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VISION

A world where creativity drives justice, communities shape solutions, and design transforms systems.

values

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COMMUNITY CENTERED

We amplify voices and co-create with communities most impacted.

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CREATIVITY DRIVEN

We believe bold ideas and design thinking spark meaningful change.

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JUSTICE FOCUSED

We work at the intersection of design and justice to challenge systems and advance equity.

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FUTURE BUILDING

We invest in emerging talent and build tools and platforms for impact.

COLLABORATIVE BY DESIGN

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We partner across sectors to turn vision into action.