VISION
As to our clients:
- We envision an empowered low-wage workforce, made up of workers who understand their rights and are able to defend their rights in the workplace.
- We envision an end to employment discrimination and an end to sexual harassment of women, regardless of immigration status.
- We envision comprehensive immigration reform.
As to our organization:
- We envision a nationally-recognized, award-winning, and well-respected organization with both longstanding and new staff who are all equally dedicated to our mission.
- We envision an organization with stable and increased funding support operating several outreach offices/clinics throughout Pennsylvania.
- We envision a staff supported by pro bono attorneys.
- We envision that our advocacy and impact litigation has an impact in improving the lives of workers in Pennsylvania.
CORE VALUES
As to the people we serve:
- Self-empowerment;
- Protection and vindication of the human rights and dignity of exploited workers, ensuring that they are able to earn a living;
- Access to justice and the right to be heard for vulnerable low wage workers;
- Recognition of and respect for the work provided by low wage workers.
As to our organization:
- Respect for our client community;
- Integrity, creativity and ethical lawyering; and
- Provision of excellent legal services and multi-tiered advocacy