Center for Labor and a Just Economy

ABOUT CLJE The Center for Labor and a Just Economy (CLJE) at Harvard Law School is a hub of collaborative research, policy, and strategies to empower working people to build an equitable economy and democracy. Through convening stakeholders, disseminating ideas, advising policy makers, and shaping how the media understands progressive labor issues, the Center is committed to reimagining the law and developing paradigm-shifting policy. OUR APPROACH We Convene: We leverage our convening power to bring together diverse stakeholders who represent a wide range of perspectives and sectors. By doing so, we ensure that our work is informed by a wide range of input and that all stakeholders have a sense of ownership and alignment with the goals we seek to achieve. We Develop: We maintain strong relationships across the labor ecosystem and with policy leaders, which allows us to effectively develop solutions that address key labor issues. We are proud to be a trusted source for activists and policy makers alike, and to serve as a vital link and resource for the development and implementation of policy goals. We Evaluate: We evaluate and assess the impact of our work and the outcomes of our convenings. Our active monitoring and evaluation program helps us to refine our strategies and ensure that our efforts are achieving the desired results. We provide advice and guidance to help ensure that policies are effective, equitable, and sustainable. We Amplify: We strive to develop and expand the narrative regarding labor law and worker empowerment and seek to proactively shape how the media understands progressive labor issues. By doing so, we ensure that our message is heard and that our work has a broader impact. We Iterate: We are laser-focused on practical solutions and work closely with organizers to iterate and refine our strategies to reach the policy goals. We recognize the immense value of the perspectives and expertise of organizers working on the ground and actively seek to amplify their voices in the development and implementation of our policy goals.