About The Southern Journal of Policy & Justice

The Southern Journal of Policy and Justice: Illuminating Black Legal Discourse and Legacy Founded to champion voices often silenced in mainstream legal dialogues, the Southern Journal of Policy and Justice (SJPJ) has risen as an influential beacon within the legal community. In an environment where only 5% of professionals are African Americans, as reported by the 2020 American Bar Association, the SJPJ's mission takes on profound importance.

 

Established in 1971, the Southern Region of the National Black Law Students Association (SRBLSA) is an overarching presence in the legal student community. As the largest among NBLSA’s six regions, it boasts more than 40 chapters and encompasses over 1,700 law students from states like Alabama, Florida, and Georgia to territories including Puerto Rico and the United States Virgin Islands.

 

Our Mission: SRBLSA, a regional affiliate of the NBLSA, is a student-driven body formed to articulate and champion the needs of Black law students. As a subset of the broader NBLSA vision, the organization fervently promotes the aspirations and goals of its members. Rooted in the South's deep-seated history, the SJPJ captures the rich tapestry of Black experiences, reaching a diverse readership. Its content melds issues of race with current themes such as gender and religion. By doing so, the journal bridges divides, fostering understanding among various communities. As it moves forward, the SJPJ remains unwavering in its mission: to illuminate the multifaceted narrative of Black experiences while shaping the future of legal discourse.