DC Volunteer Lawyers Project

👉Did you know that most Spanish speaking survivors of domestic violence do not report abuse because of limited proficiency in English making it challenging to communicate with law enforcement or social services? Addressing these issues requires culturally sensitive approaches that build trust and provide accessible resources for victims. Thanks to our friends at Amazon for inviting DCVLP to talk about the importance of having Spanish speaking attorneys for Spanish speaking survivors of domestic violence. Our Co-Legal Director, Aida Vindell and Domestic Violence Program Coordinator, Lea Sondheimer, met many new attorneys who are interested in using their Spanish skills to help survivors find safety. If you are interested in volunteering with us, visit https://lnkd.in/dZijB5zC #LatinaSurvivors #DomesticViolenceAwareness #SpanishSpeakingAttorneys #SupportSurvivors #LatinaVoices #DCVLP

Team DCVLP was happy to participate in the DC Bar Foundation DC Walk for Justice! The event raised over $162,000 to benefit civil legal aid and increase access to justice for all District residents #DCWalkForJustice5K

Thanks to the incredible generosity of supporters like you, we’ve made significant progress toward our $20,000 goal. But we still need your help to reach the finish line! For domestic violence survivors and their families, having a lawyer can mean the difference between safety and danger. DCVLP does just that – we train and supervise hundreds of volunteer lawyers to represent DV survivors, vulnerable immigrants, and at-risk children in court. Donate at https://ow.ly/zpS250TSQzl

Our 24-Hour Day of Giving has begun, and we need your help to reach our fundraising goal of $20,000 before midnight! Your donation today helps get our #ForTheGood campaign off to a strong start and provides immediate support to DCVLP clients escaping abuse. Donate now at https://ow.ly/bwwP50TSA8i to help protect survivors and ensure they have the legal representation they need. Together, we can turn fear into safety.

DCVLP celebrates our Co-Legal Director, Aida Vindell, for being recognized by the DC Courts Hispanic/Latino Heritage Month Committee with the Community Outreach Recognition Award (CORO)- Legal Community. Aida was nominated by Judge Kenia Seone Lopez in recognition of her commitment and demonstrated excellence providing legal services to the Latino community. Congratulations, Aida! You make DCVLP and our community a better place!

📣Upcoming Training: DCVLP will have a Child Advocacy Training this Thursday, October 24th. There is still time to register at https://ow.ly/YHON50TQ7gJ Attorneys are invited to attend as many sessions as your schedule allows. Vinson & Elkins

Last night's Voices of Resilience event was truly inspiring and impactful. The conversation with Nikki and Michelle was a thought-provoking discussion on how we can make our legal system work better for survivors of domestic violence and underscored the importance of strong legal advocacy and the need for more compassionate policies that protect survivors. Thanks to Sullivan & Cromwell LLP for hosting the event and to Kamil Shields for her excellent moderation, which made the evening’s conversation both impactful and inspiring. Sullivan & Cromwell LLP #DVAM2024 #survivorsofdomesticviolence #believesurvivors

A huge thank you to our friends at Latham & Watkins for hosting a fantastic happy hour in celebration of Pro Bono Week! DCVLP’s Betsy Crumb, Lea Sondheimer, and Ignacio Gomez had the opportunity to celebrate with our amazing volunteers and to connect with new attorneys interested in supporting our mission. Interested in pro bono opportunities to help survivors of domestic violence? Register here to get more information: https://lnkd.in/eTu4Ka4u #DCVLP #DVAM2024 #ProBonoWeek #SupportSurvivors

Mark your calendars! Our annual #ForTheGood campaign kicks off in just two weeks on Thursday, October 24th. Our goal is to raise $20,000 in the first 24-hours to ensure we get the campaign off to a strong start. Your support will make a tremendous difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families across the DC metro area.

Don't miss your chance to join us for a powerful evening with Nikki Addimando and Michelle Horton, author of Dear Sister: A Memoir of Secrets, Survival, and Unbreakable Bonds. Hear their inspiring story of survival, resilience, and the fight for justice. DCVLP Board member Kamil Shields will moderate this important conversation. Each ticket includes admission, a complimentary copy of Dear Sister, and a chance to meet the author. For tickets go to https://ow.ly/NJR350TBMqB Get your tickets today! #VoicesOfResilience #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth #DCVLP Sullivan & Cromwell LLP