Cambridge House is a pioneering social justice charity and legal services provider dedicated to fighting poverty, social inequity, and injustice across London communities. With a history spanning over 134 years, the organization stands out for its deep-rooted commitment to creating positive change by placing the experiences of those most affected by systemic challenges at the heart of its work.
Cambridge House adopts a dual approach: transforming individual lives through practical, personalized support and advice, while also driving broader societal change by influencing social policy and practice. The organization focuses on serving vulnerable populations, including low-income individuals, renters facing exploitation, youth, and disabled people, currently reaching over 3,000 frontline service users across 30 local authorities in and around London.
Services Offered
- Independent Advocacy
- Safer Renting advocacy and support
- Law Centre services
- Youth Empowerment programs
- Disabled People’s Empowerment initiatives
- Campaigns for policy and practice change
- Social justice research and knowledge exchange
Cambridge House operates primarily across London and surrounding areas, leveraging campaigns, research, and direct service provision to address issues such as criminal landlord practices, social exclusion, and inequality. The organization also offers training and fellowship opportunities, such as the Justice First Fellow Trainee Solicitor program, reinforcing its role as a leader in community-led legal and advocacy work.
