Joshua Friedman is a 2023 Law and Public Policy Scholar at Temple University Beasley School of Law. They serve as the Co-President for Temple’s Housing Justice Initiative. Joshua graduated from Indiana University in 2015 with a B.A. in Jewish Studies and Political Science. Prior to attending law school, Joshua worked for four years as a case manager assisting low-income communities with housing stabilization services. During that time, they also volunteered with Philly Thrive, an organization committed to combating environmental racism and the harmful impacts of the former-PES refinery.
This summer, Joshua will be working as a Legal Intern at the Office of Criminal Justice and Public Safety with the City of Philadelphia. They are committed to prioritizing community engagement and supporting families most impacted by the criminal justice system.