The mission of The Institute for Social Justice at Union Institute & University is to apply theory to practice through scholar-practitioners, philanthropists, policymakers, and other leaders who are committed to promoting social justice and equity in the United States (U.S.) and globally through research, education, and policy.
Since its founding in 1964, Union Institute & University (Union) has focused on academic excellence, creativity, diversity, and integrity. At its core, however, Union has stayed committed to social justice for advancing and promoting a culturally pluralistic, equitable, and interdependent world.
The Institute for Social Justice seeks to realize significant and demonstrable progress toward social justice through five commitments: question abstract theories, listen to those oppressed, engage with others, appreciate perspectives different from our own, and imagine a different future