Shmita: what is it?
Shmita means “release” and unlike many mitzvoth which are based on individual participation, shmita relies on both personal and communal participation.
Campaign Announcement: BRU Right to Counsel
Baltimore City rent court is completely tilted in favor of landlords. We're working to fix that.
Action Alert: Demand rent relief in Baltimore!
UPDATE: Fill out our action alert to ask Mayor Young for immediate rental relief during the crisis, and thank the Councilmembers who are calling for water justice for all Baltimoreans.
In COVID-19, DC Affordable Housing, MD Housing Justice, Mont. County Housing Justice, Montgomery County, MD
Posted Action Alert: keep Montgomery County renters safe
During this public health emergency, it is vital that people be able to stay secure in their homes. But many vulnerable Montgomery County residents can barely meet their monthly rent payments and [...]
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Posted Action Alert: Tell the Governor to protect our most vulnerable communities across Maryland!
In the current international health crisis, more action must be taken to ensure that all Marylanders have all the resources they need to survive. One of the most basic needs, especially with the [...]
In Baltimore, MD, Criminal Justice, Elections, Fight For $15, Immigration, Maryland State, MD Housing Justice, MD Immigrant Rights, MD Paid Family Leave, MD Sign-On Campaigns, Montgomery County, MD, Police Accountability
Posted A turbulent and short Annapolis session
The General Assembly session ended last week. Now it's time to reflect on all that we’ve accomplished this year, and how our work continues.
In DC Affordable Housing, Maryland State, MD Housing Justice, MD Sign-On Campaigns, Montgomery County, MD
Posted Annapolis Action Alert: Lead Safety for Renters
Everyone has a right to safe, stable, and affordable housing. Tell your state legislators on the Environment and Transportation Committee to demand safe housing for all renters.
#TestimonyTuesday: Mold in Baltimore
Mold is dangerous to everyone, but some people are especially vulnerable, like the many Baltimore children who suffer from asthma. Despite this danger, Baltimore's housing code does not protect [...]
By JUFJ Interns
Posted Report: Legislator Lag Ba’Omer
JUFJ met with many of Montgomery County's State Senators and Delegates at our Legislator Lag Ba'Omer picnic last month. Thanks to all of the elected officials who joined us!
