A Bold Reimagining of How Communities Grow
About Just Communities
Just Communities is a new initiative to help spark a more equitable and regenerative future, where all our communities – regardless of race, class, and ethnicity – provide the essential needs of every person to lead a healthy and secure life – from food, quality education, vibrant gathering places, and housing choice to meaningful work and political voice.
Learn About Our Principles and Values
NEW NAME, NEW PROTOCOL
The Just Communities Protocol is a powerful and inclusive implementation framework for fostering neighborhood, district, and campus-scale equity and regeneration, and an important evolution of the EcoDistricts Protocol that was first launched in 2016.
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JUST COMMUNITIES WEBINAR SERIES
“A Belonging Democracy” with Aklima Kvondoker
October 23 I 1:00 PM EST, 10:00 AM PST
Join us in conversation with Aklima Kvondoker, Voting Rights Attorney and Chief of Programs and Strategy at Dēmos, centered on key insights at the intersection of democracy, economic justice, and movement building. Don’t miss this chance to learn from a leader shaping the future of voting rights and social justice!
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Commit to New Model of Community Development
Just Communities Certified is a mark of excellence for communities dedicated to demonstrating equitable and regenerative practices – with a focus on addressing the historic and persistent impacts that racism and climate change has on land use and development.
Build The Movement
Join our growing community of change makers dedicated to centering racial equity and climate resilience in every land use, infrastructure, and community development decision. The Just Community Accredited Practitioner program provides a powerful platform for personal and professional growth.