The Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law

What The Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law does

The Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law is a Washington, D.C.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2011 by Kenneth L. Marcus to combat antisemitism through civil rights law. The organization provides free legal advocacy, research, and education services, with a primary focus on Jewish and Israeli students, faculty, and employees facing antisemitic harassment and discrimination in educational institutions, workplaces, and healthcare settings. It operates the Campus Antisemitism Legal Line (CALL), a free helpline accessible via legal-protection.org and SMS ("CALLhelp" to 51555), and provides direct legal representation including Title VI complaints to the Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights, EEOC charges, HHS Office for Civil Rights complaints, and federal lawsuits against institutions such as UC Berkeley and the State of California.

The Center's core products and services include: (1) legal advocacy and claims services filed against universities, unions, corporations, and government entities; (2) college administrator and corporate training programs built around a "Listen, Learn & Lead" framework and the IHRA Working Definition of antisemitism; (3) a comprehensive Resource Library of white papers, surveys, congressional testimony, academic articles, and government submissions; (4) the JIGSAW Fellowship and a network of law school chapters across at least eight U.S. law schools; and (5) the newly launched Center for Legal Innovation (CLI). The underlying technology stack is non-proprietary and consists of standard website infrastructure, a searchable Case Materials Library, email newsletter distribution, and conference/event platforms.

The business model is entirely donation-based: the organization is funded by tax-deductible contributions from individuals, foundations, and organizations (EIN 45-3204617), with a Chief Development Officer managing fundraising through online donations, stock transfers, bequests, and planned giving. All legal services, training, and resources are provided at no charge to beneficiaries. The Center operates nationally with chapters and partnerships spanning multiple U.S. law schools and coalition relationships with ADL, StandWithUs, AMCHA Initiative, Jewish on Campus, Scholars for Peace in the Middle East, the Simon Wiesenthal Center, and the Zionist Organization of America. Headcount is approximately 41 employees, and the organization celebrated its 15th anniversary in 2026 with an announced major expansion of leadership, legal, and operations teams in response to surging demand following the October 7 Hamas attacks.

Name

The Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law

Legal name

THE LOUIS D. BRANDEIS CENTER, INC.

Website

https://brandeiscenter.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law is a Washington, D.C. nonprofit that provides free legal advocacy, research, and training to combat antisemitism, serving primarily Jewish students, faculty, and employees facing discrimination in U.S. educational institutions, workplaces, and healthcare settings.

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Product category

Civil Rights Legal Advocacy

NAICS

Human Rights Organizations (813311), Legal Services (5411)

SIC

Services-Legal Services (8111), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Human Rights & Anti-Discrimination Organizations (BPAGAFAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Clery Act/Title IX Safety Compliance, Reporting & Case Management (EDALAEAN)

Keywords

• Civil rights advocacy
• Legal services
• Antisemitism prevention
• Civil rights law
• Nonprofit advocacy

Headquarters

HQ city

Washington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

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B2B and B2C

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Revenue model

1. Donations and Contributions: The Brandeis Center operates as a 501(c)(3) public charity (EIN: 45-3204617) funded primarily through tax-deductible donations from individuals, foundations, and organizations. The organization accepts donations online, by mail, and through stock transfers. They have a Chief Development Officer to manage fundraising efforts.
2. Donor Engagement: The organization conducts donor outreach through their mailing list and provides options for stock donations, bequests, and other planned giving methods. Donations enable the organization to meet growing demand for legal services.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The Brandeis Center is a nonprofit civil rights legal advocacy organization that advances the civil and human rights of the Jewish people through legal representation, federal civil rights complaints, and educational training. It provides free legal services to students, employees, and institutions facing antisemitism via the Campus Antisemitism Legal Line (CALL) helpline, Title VI and Title VII claims, and litigation against universities, unions, and corporations. It also conducts research, publishes white papers and surveys, and delivers training programs to college administrators and corporate entities on recognizing and addressing antisemitism.

Product overview

The Louis D. Brandeis Center operates as a civil rights legal advocacy organization offering a unified portfolio of services centered on combating anti-Semitism. The core offerings include the Campus Antisemitism Legal Line (CALL) free helpline, legal advocacy and claims services (Title VI complaints, federal investigations), and educational training programs for college administrators and corporate entities. The organization maintains a Resource Library containing white papers, congressional testimony, surveys, and academic articles, along with a searchable Case Materials Library documenting all legal actions. Leadership programs include the JIGSAW Fellowship and Law Student Chapters network spanning multiple law schools nationwide. The portfolio functions as an integrated system where legal cases inform education programs, training services, and resource development, all supporting the mission to advance civil and human rights of the Jewish people.

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Products and services

• Campus Antisemitism Legal Line (CALL) Free legal helpline providing assistance to students facing campus antisemitism; accessible via legal-protection.org or by texting 'CALLhelp' to 51555. K-12 resources in California are available at legal-protection.org/k-12. Services provided at no cost to students.
• Legal Advocacy and Claims Services Strategic legal guidance and representation for individuals facing antisemitic harassment and discrimination, including Title VI complaints with the Department of Education OCR, Title VII EEOC charges, federal lawsuits, and amicus briefs against educational institutions, unions, corporations, and government bodies.
• College Administrator Training (Listen, Learn & Lead) Training programs teaching college and university administrators to 'Listen, Learn & Lead' on contemporary antisemitism as a discrimination issue under the Civil Rights Act, with compliance guidance on Title VI obligations and policy development support.
• Corporate Initiative (Workplace Antisemitism Training) Workplace antisemitism training and policy review for corporate entities, including policy development assistance and employee training to identify and prevent antisemitic discrimination.
• Resource Library Comprehensive collection of white papers, congressional testimony, surveys, videos, academic articles, government documents, correspondence, and best practices materials on antisemitism and civil rights topics.
• Case Materials Library Searchable database of legal and background documents for all Brandeis Center cases, including Title VI complaints, legal briefs, resolution agreements, and government submissions.
• JIGSAW Fellowship Leadership fellowship program developing future advocates in combating campus antisemitism through civil rights legal work.
• Law Student Chapters Program Student-led chapters at top U.S. law schools providing education, training, and legal engagement opportunities in antisemitism civil rights advocacy, with active chapters at UCLA, University of Pennsylvania, University of Virginia, Northeastern University, American University, University of Chicago, Loyola Chicago, and Chicago Kent.

Quantifiable outcome

• Successfully filed complaints leading to federal civil rights investigations into institutions including American University, UC Berkeley, University of Vermont, and the National Education Association
• +3 more outcomes

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Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and supporting.

• Jewish on Campus (JOC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Partnership with Jewish on Campus to file joint complaints with Department of Education OCR against institutions violating Jewish civil rights. Notable joint case: American University complaint filed on behalf of Jewish and Israeli students alleging severe antisemitic harassment and discrimination.
• AMCHA InitiativecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint advocacy with AMCHA Initiative on issues including investigation into misuse of California taxpayer funds at San Francisco State University regarding professor's meetings with terrorists and BDS activities.
• Anti-Defamation League (ADL)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint advocacy to urge Somerville city officials to oppose Israel boycott ordinance. Organizations warned the ordinance is divisive, harmful, unconstitutional, and would incite hostility toward Jewish residents.
• StandWithUsmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-signatory on joint letters including those urging action on antisemitic incidents at UCLA and San Francisco State University. Collaborates on advocacy efforts for Jewish civil rights.
• Scholars for Peace in the Middle East (SPME)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint advocacy partner on issues including BDS movement and campus antisemitism. SPME Legal Task Force, chaired by Kenneth L. Marcus, issued Statement of Principles on Academic Freedom and Freedom of Speech.
• Zionist Organization of AmericamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-signatory on letters and advocacy efforts regarding campus antisemitism and BDS movement. Collaborates on policy advocacy.
• Simon Wiesenthal CentermajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint advocacy partner on antisemitism issues including campus antisemitism, BDS movement, and policy advocacy. Simon Wiesenthal Center provides reports and analysis on antisemitism.
• Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLPsupportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerLaw firm that authored amicus brief for Brandeis Center in Arkansas anti-BDS legislation case. Team included Lawrence J. Zweifach, Akivo Shapiro, and Vince Eisinger.
• Joshua Brewster, Esq.supportingOthersAppointed to Legal Advisory Board; previously Senior Civil Rights Legal Fellow with the organization. Brings civil rights enforcement experience from Indiana Civil Rights Commission.
• Jeffrey RobbinssupportingOthersPartner at Mintz Levin Cohn Ferris Glovsky and Popeo appointed to Legal Advisory Board. Brings congressional investigation, litigation, and UN Human Rights Council experience.
• International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe organization advocates for and promotes the IHRA Working Definition of antisemitism, which has been adopted by the U.S. government pursuant to Executive Order 13899. The IHRA definition provides the framework for identifying antisemitic conduct.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Simon Wiesenthal Center: Jewish human rights organization that produces reports on antisemitism and partners on advocacy initiatives. Direct peer in research-driven antisemitism advocacy and coalition litigation.
• Zionist Organization of America (ZOA): Long-standing Jewish advocacy organization that engages in legal action, campus activism, and policy advocacy regarding antisemitism and Israel. Overlapping mission and collaborator with the Brandeis Center.
• StandWithUs: Pro-Israel advocacy organization that engages in campus education, legal support, and coalition advocacy against antisemitism and BDS. Co-signatory and major partner of the Brandeis Center on campus cases.
• AMCHA Initiative: Nonprofit documenting and combating antisemitism at U.S. universities, with joint advocacy and filings alongside the Brandeis Center on campus civil rights complaints.
• Anti-Defamation League (ADL): A leading Jewish civil rights organization that combats antisemitism through legal advocacy, education, and policy. ADL is a formal Brandeis Center partner and a direct peer in antisemitism and anti-BDS litigation.
• Jewish on Campus: Student-driven advocacy organization that partners with the Brandeis Center to file joint Title VI complaints, including the American University case.
• Scholars for Peace in the Middle East (SPME): Academic network combating antisemitism and BDS on campuses. Kenneth L. Marcus chairs its Legal Task Force, making SPME a closely aligned peer in civil rights legal advocacy.

Broad incumbents

• Hillel International: Largest Jewish campus organization offering student services, education, and advocacy. Indirectly comparable as an established campus antisemitism counterparty but focused on student life rather than legal advocacy.
• American Jewish Committee (AJC): Large, established Jewish advocacy organization with global operations covering antisemitism, diplomacy, and intergroup relations. Overlapping mission in civil rights advocacy but at far broader scale.
• B'nai B'rith International: Long-standing Jewish service and advocacy organization engaged in human rights and antisemitism advocacy at the U.N. and in U.S. policy. Adjacent as a broader civil rights and antisemitism advocacy institution.

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