Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law

LIVE WEBINAR: This week, Wednesday, Oct 30 at 3PM ET, Lawyers' Committee President and Executive Director, Damon Todd Hewitt, will take part in a panel discussion organized by Free Press on the topic of potential threats to democracy and what communities can do to step up in the face of manipulation and uncertainty to participate fully in our democratic process. Register here to watch: https://lnkd.in/evwibD2r

CURRENTLY LIVE: This morning, Ezra Rosenberg, Director of the Voting Rights Project at the Lawyers’ Committee will take part in a panel discussion hosted by The Brookings Institution titled, Making Every Vote Count: Protecting Election Integrity EVENT DESCRIPTION: Understanding the threats to democracy facing America is essential to protecting the rule of law. How will federal, state, and local officials and other stakeholders address these risks in connection with the November elections? On October 28, the Anti-Corruption, Democracy, and Security Project at Brookings will bring together democracy and election experts to assess avenues for protecting election administration and election integrity and unpack the strengths and weaknesses of the systems in place to uphold the democratic process. Click here to tune in:

Fighting for your right to vote isn’t just a one-time effort. The Lawyers' Committee works behind the scenes, leading legal battles and empowering civil rights organizations to make sure every vote counts and all voices are heard.

We're hiring! Join us as an Attorney for our Fair Housing and Community Development Project! If you're dedicated to advocating for equitable housing and fostering community growth, this is your opportunity to make a real difference. Apply today and be a part of our mission for positive change! #FairHousing #CommunityDevelopment #JoinOurTeam https://lnkd.in/gMP6sRUZ

Calling all students! We're excited to announce that we are accepting applications for our Spring 2025 Internship Program! This is your chance to gain hands-on experience, develop new skills, and kickstart your career in a dynamic environment focused on civil rights. There are opportunities for legal students and non-legal students that want to learn more about the business side of non-profit organizations. If you're ready to take on new challenges and make an impact, we want to hear from you! Apply today and let's grow together! 🚀 #SpringInternship #JoinUs https://lnkd.in/gMP6sRUZ

Congratulations to Lawyers' Committee President and Executive Director, Damon Todd Hewitt, who has been recognized by EBONY on its Power 100 list of Community Crusaders, which spotlights individuals for their dedication to making a safer, more just society for people of color. Click here to read the full feature by EBONY: https://lnkd.in/g3YxZ2Kq

Join our team! We're seeking a passionate and experienced attorney to take on the role of Director for our Educational Opportunities Project. If you’re ready to lead impactful initiatives and drive positive change in education, we want to hear from you! Apply now and help shape the future of education for all!  #DirectorPosition #JoinUs #LegalLeadership #Hiring Apply here: https://lnkd.in/eXDmAwGi

Tonight at 8pm EST, ESSENCE will be presenting the latest edition of the Paint The Polls Black live town hall series. During the event, Damon Todd Hewitt, President and Executive Director of the Lawyers' Committee along with Kimiya Factory, Senior National Coordinator for Election Protection at the Lawyers' Committee, will be joining a group of panelists to discuss the ongoing work being done to protect the freedom to vote for everyone in our community as we approach Election Day. Tune in at 8pm EST here: https://lnkd.in/gs_G5_rk

In a case in which the Court considered an amicus brief filed by the Lawyers' Committee along with the Brennan Center and Protect Democracy on behalf of the Georgia State Conference of the NAACP, Georgia Coalition for the People's Agenda, League of Women Voters of Georgia, and League of Women Voters of Atlanta-Fulton County, the Fulton County Superior Court decisively held that no Georgia election superintendent or member of a county board of elections and registration may refuse to certify an election as required by Georgia law.

Lawyers' Committee attorneys will be back in court today to fight for an extended deadline for Georgia voters in aftermath of the storms. Today’s hearing on the preliminary injunction is critical. We are hopeful the court will act to ensure everyone has an opportunity to participate in the democratic process. Read the full article by ABC News via Associated Press: https://lnkd.in/e8hFRbZn