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Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At the Legal Aid Society of San Mateo County, our mission is to fight social injustice through civil legal advocacy for people experiencing poverty. We recognize the historic and structural roots of discrimination towards marginalized communities continue to shape our world today and work to create an atmosphere in which clients, staff, and volunteers of all walks of life feel seen and supported. Since 1959, Legal Aid SMC has provided free legal services to low-income clients facing issues of discrimination fueled by racism, sexism, legal status, and other grounds. With the guidance of an internal volunteer Race Equity Initiative committee and outside consultants, we are actively working to develop a workplace culture that is truly equitable and inclusive. We recognize that the work toward advancing racial equity is ongoing and commit ourselves to continuing to strive for excellence.