The Jewish Alliance for Law and Social Action (JALSA) is a Boston-based nonprofit organization that mobilizes the Jewish community to advocate for social justice, civil rights, and democratic values. Founded in 1968, JALSA works to advance policies that promote racial equity, immigrant rights, environmental justice, and the protection of democratic institutions.
JALSA typically supports legislation related to civil rights, voting rights, racial justice, immigrant and refugee protections, criminal justice reform, environmental protection, and the strengthening of democratic governance and the rule of law.
Primarily funded through individual donations, foundation grants, and community contributions.
Affiliated with regional and national social justice coalitions and Jewish community organizations in the Greater Boston area.
Non-profit organization
