Justice + Joy National Collaborative, founded in 1883 as the National Florence Crittenton Mission has a long history of advancing the rights of women and girls through local and national partnerships working toward, community-driven solutions. Today, with our partners, from 45+ states, DC and Puerto Rico, we channel our rage into action by engaging in advocacy, organizing and research with and for girls and gender-expansive young people of color so they can live unapologetically without fear of violence or injustice.
Framework for Action
Our mission is to advance social, economic, and political justice with, and for girls, young women, and gender-expansive young people of color and our framework for action is our roadmap. It is built on a deep understanding of the challenges they face, the opportunities for progress, and a clear vision for a future where justice and joy go hand in hand. This framework is a roadmap that outlines the strategies, goals, and guiding principles that drive our work, and reflects our commitment to building a world where all young people can thrive.
What We’re Up Against
The Problem
All forms of oppression, discrimination and violence – from interpersonal to state sanctioned disproportionately harms, girls, young women and gender-expansive young people of color.
What We’re Up Against
The Problem
The Path Forward
The Opportunity
Authentic intergenerational activism grounded in the powerful, brilliant, and creative leadership of girls, young women and gender-expansive young people of color is the pathway to enduring social, economic and political justice.
The Path Forward
The Opportunity
What We’re Striving For
Our Goals
- Affirming social and political narratives.
- Strong ecosystems of care support.
- Our democracy reflects and represents the leadership of girls, young women, and gender-expansive young people as powerful influencers in shaping, leading and sustaining it.
What We’re Striving For
Our Goals
How We’ll Get There
Our Strategies
- Advance policy change at all levels.
- Engage in national organizing and mobilization.
- Support organizations and leaders in advancing system and community change.
- Increase civic engagement in all its forms.
- Generate and curate information to establish positive narratives.
How We’ll Get There
Our Strategies
The Values We Stand By
Guiding Principles
- Nurture collective impact and power.
- Respect and follow the wisdom of those with lived expertise across generations.
- Focus on addressing root causes to dismantle intersectional oppression.
- Model intergenerational activism that centers the leadership of young people.
- Demonstrate liberatory healing and restorative practices.
The Values We Stand By
Guiding Principles
What Success Looks Like
Our Vision
All girls, young women and gender-expansive youth of color can achieve their potential enjoying abundant unapologetic joyful lives without fear of violence or injustice.
What Success Looks Like
Our Vision
What We're Up Against
What We’re Up Against
The Problem
The Path Forward
The Path Forward
The Opportunity
Authentic intergenerational activism grounded in the powerful, brilliant, and creative leadership of girls, young women and gender-expansive young people of color is the pathway to enduring social, economic and political justice.
What We’re Striving For
What We’re Striving For
Our Goals
- Affirming social and political narratives.
- Strong ecosystems of care support.
- There are powerful influencers in shaping, leading and sustaining democracy.
How We’ll Get There
How We’ll Get There
Our Strategies
- Advance policy change at all levels.
- Engage in national organizing and mobilization.
- Support organizations and leaders in advancing system and community change.
- Increase civic engagement in all its forms.
- Generate and curate information to establish positive narratives.
The Values We Stand By
The Values We Stand By
Guiding Principles
- Nurture collective impact and power
- Respect and follow the wisdom of those with lived expertise across generations
- Focus on addressing root causes of oppression
What Success Looks Like
What Success Looks Like
Our Vision
Justice + Joy's Community
Our work is grounded in movement building and collective impact. Explore the interactive map below to see where our partners—young advocates, organizations, and more—are located.
Our Reach
An intergenerational summit of more than 1,000 people from 50 states and 14 federally recognized Tribal Nations.
IMPACT is a national movement and network of over 170 members across 40 states, tribal nations, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia.
Our dedicated team of board members and Staff are located in over 20 cities across the nation.
J+J
Speaks
From partner highlights to movement insights, our blog is a space to deepen your understanding of the work we do and the communities we serve. Join us as we explore pressing issues, celebrate wins, and discuss what’s next for justice and equity. Whether you’re a new visitor or a long-time advocate, we invite you to be part of our journey—get inspired, stay informed, and let’s create impact together!
