What was the political and discursive context in which the organization was founded, and how did this context motivate and shape formation of the organization?

Since its inception, the CEJA has worked to mobilize thousands of people to California’s Capitol to advocate for and against policy. 

They have drastically increased the engagement of Black, Latino, Asian Pacific American, and immigrant stakeholders to fight for EJ policies. Collectively, they educate one another, strategize and build social power to better their communities.