Catalyzing Change
The Institute embraces and rewards engaged thinking that bridges classroom knowledge with hands-on experience through an interdisciplinary social justice minor, social justice scholars program and other research opportunities.
The education of future social justice leaders—and the ongoing training of those already in the field—is a core function of Case Western Reserve University's Social Justice Institute. By emphasizing the roots, processes, structures and manifestations of inequality and social justice in action, the Institute emphasizes a truly unprecedented, university-wide curricular program designed to equip and empower agents of change.
In addition to the curricular opportunities for undergraduate students, the Institute also hosts free intergenerational, interdisciplinary programming for the Greater Cleveland community. All SJI events strive to provide opportunities for people of all ages to continue broadening their knowledge of social justice issues. The Institute also provides off-campus learning opportunities for students to engage with the surrounding community, including visits to Rid-All Green Partnership, the largest urban farm on Cleveland's East side.