The Philadelphia Equal Justice Center

The Equal Justice Center (EJC), an initiative of the Philadelphia Bar Foundation, is transforming how individuals, families, and communities access civil legal support. By strengthening collaboration among legal aid providers, advocates, and service organizations, we create innovative pathways to justice that meet people where they are. Too often, those in need of legal help face barriers that prevent them from receiving timely, effective support. The EJC is reimagining legal access by developing tools and partnerships that remove these obstacles, ensuring that more people can connect with the services they need—when they need them. One of our key initiatives is the Virtual Hub, a cutting-edge platform designed to streamline access to civil legal resources. By integrating technology and service coordination, the Virtual Hub empowers individuals to navigate the legal system more efficiently while strengthening the ability of providers to meet community needs. Our Approach: Transforming Access: Developing new models to make civil legal support more effective, accessible, and responsive. Strengthening Collaboration: Uniting legal service providers and community partners to create a seamless, people-centered system. Driving Innovation: Leveraging technology, partnerships, and funding solutions—such as the Virtual Hub—to expand the reach of legal aid. At the EJC, we believe that access to justice should be straightforward, not complicated. We are committed to breaking down barriers, building stronger communities, and ensuring that civil legal support is available to all who need it. Join us as we shape the future of legal access.