MALDEF (Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund)

MALDEF (Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the civil rights of Latinx communities in the United States. It works through legal advocacy, policy advocacy, and education initiatives to address issues like discrimination, equitable access to education, voting rights, and immigrant rights. By filing lawsuits, advocating for fair laws, and educating the public, MALDEF aims to ensure that Mexican Americans and other Latinx individuals receive equal treatment and have their rights protected under the law.