Our Guiding Principles
The Civil Rights Campaign is rooted in clear, unwavering values that guide every action we take. This page outlines the foundational principles that shape our movement and ensure we stay united in purpose and practice. Our commitment to nonviolence, racial equality, inclusion, and interfaith collaboration is not just aspirational—it is essential. These values build trust, foster solidarity, and enable us to challenge injustice together. By centering these principles, we create a movement where everyone is respected and empowered to work for lasting social change.
Principles of “Raise Up Justice.”
- We have a vision of a society built on love, justice, and equality, where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, free from poverty, hunger, and hate. We love and care for one another.
- We steadfastly refuse to use violence or the threat of violence as a means to achieve our objectives.
- Civil Rights are fundamental to the democratic integrity and societal well-being of this nation.
- There is little more important in the fight for the soul of this nation than the fight for our civil rights – The fight for JUSTICE
- We will fight for civil rights because they have never, nor will they ever be won without a fight
- We will fight to transform the systems that continue to produce racially disparate and adverse outcomes because they won’t change themselves
- We will work to ensure acknowledgement of harm caused by policy violence and show up in community to address the impact.
Our Core Values
Values Guiding Our Movement
At Raise Up Justice, our commitment to lasting change is built on guiding principles that shape every action we take. These values ensure our movement remains inclusive, equitable, and effective as we work together to address the legacy of slavery and build a just future for all.
Raise Up Justice is multiracial, gender neutral, inter-generational, interfaith, multi-abled, politically non-affiliated, moral, fusion civil rights movement focusing on truth and justice and centering the legacy of slavery. We are grounded in the Golden Rule, focused on civil rights, oriented to human rights, based in nonviolence and directed towards the beloved community.
The importance of Justice
There is little more important in the fight for the soul of this nation than the fight for our civil rights – The fight for JUSTICE
Community Grounding
We will work to ensure acknowledgement of harm caused by policy violence and show up in community to address the impact.
Systems Transformation
We will fight to transform the systems that continue to produce racially disparate and adverse outcomes because they won’t change themselves
Civil Rights and Democracy
We believe that Civil Rights are fundamental to the democratic integrity and societal well-being of this nation.
The Fight for Human Rights
We will fight for civil rights because they have never, nor will they ever be won without a fight
Based in Nonviolence
We steadfastly refuse to use violence or the threat of violence as a means to achieve our objectives.
Directed Towards Beloved Community
We have a vision of a society built on love, justice, and equality, where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, free from poverty, hunger, and hate. We love and care for one another.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does nonviolence mean in your movement?
Nonviolence is at the heart of our campaign. We use peaceful methods to challenge injustice, focusing on dialogue, education, and community action rather than confrontation or harm.
Nonviolence is both a principle and a practical strategy for lasting change.
How do you ensure racial equality and inclusion?
We are committed to building a multiracial coalition where all voices are valued. Our leadership, events, and messaging reflect our dedication to racial equality and welcoming people from all backgrounds.
Diversity and inclusion are essential to advancing justice for everyone.
Do you partner with faith-based and secular organizations?
Yes. We work alongside both faith-based and secular groups. Interfaith collaboration is a core value, as we believe unity across beliefs strengthens the movement for justice.
All are welcome, regardless of religious or non-religious identity.
How can I get involved if I’m new to activism?
We welcome everyone, no matter your experience level. You can attend organizing meetings, volunteer, or participate in educational events to learn more and take action.
There are many ways to contribute—every action counts.
Live Our Principles Together
Ready to put our shared values of inclusion, nonviolence, and equality into action? Learn more about how you can help build a more just and unified community.