Blogs entries posted on Monday, January 25, 2010.

Founder's Event: The Recession's Effect on Social Welfare

Posted by OPI at 11:32 AM in Public Interest News

On Thursday, January 28, several WCL faculty, along with local government and public interest practitioners, will participate in the Founder’s 2010 event: “Framing Problems and Finding Solutions: A Look at the Effects of the Recession on Social Welfare.”  The program description and agenda are below.  WCL Founder’s events are free to students, though you must register at http://www.wcl.american.edu/secle/registration.  While you may not be able to attend the entire day, certain panels and participants may be of interest. (contined)

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16th Annual Rebellious Lawyering Conference: February 19-21

Posted by OPI at 10:55 AM in Public Interest News

The 16th Annual Rebellious Lawyering Conference takes place at Yale Law School the weekend of February 19-21, 2010.  RebLaw brings together practitioners, law students, and community activists to discuss progressive strategies for social change within and outside the law.  Featured Keynote Speakers are Bryan Stevenson, Lani Guinier & Gerald Torres. Find panel and workshop descriptions and more on the website: www.law.yale.edu/reblaw. (continued)

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