Virtual Event Library
2020 Virtual Lawyers’ Committee Awards
The virtual Annual Awards Event honored board members, clients, and partners for their contributions to advancing racial justice and equal justice under law.
Defending Democracy | Election Debrief
The Lawyers’ Committee hosted a webinar updating efforts to protect the 2020 election outcome and ensure every vote was counted. (November 2020)
Debrief | Election 2020
The Lawyers’ Committee reviewed the 2020 election and outlined ongoing Election Protection efforts to safeguard voting access. (November 2020)
Barrett Briefing: What’s At Stake for Women & POC
The nomination of Amy Coney Barrett during the 2020 election raised concerns about civil rights and healthcare. The Lawyers’ Committee and the National Women’s Law Center held a briefing on its impact on people of color and women. (October 2020)
2020 Higginbotham Virtual Gala
The 20th Anniversary Higginbotham Award event honored David Abney, Karen Bass, Ben Crump, Robert Smith, Nikole Hannah-Jones, and Keisha Lance Bottoms for their contributions to justice and civil rights. (September 2020)
#SaveTheUSPS
The U.S. Postal Service faced disruptions under Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, raising concerns about mail delivery. The Lawyers’ Committee held an emergency program on actions to address the crisis and ensure access to vote by mail. (August 2020)
Demystifying Judicial Clerkships
The Lawyers’ Committee hosted a webinar on securing and preparing for federal judicial clerkships, offering insights on the experience, application process, and interview expectations. (July 2020)
Civil Rights and the Supreme Court: October 2019 End-of-Term Briefing
The Supreme Court’s October 2019 term included key rulings on voting rights, LGBT employment protections, abortion access, the death penalty, and DACA. Kristen Clarke led a discussion on the decisions' impact on civil rights and racial justice, with opening remarks from Tona Boyd. (July 2020)
Advocacy In The Wake of Hate
The James Byrd Jr. Center to Stop Hate hosted a discussion on advocacy after hate crimes, featuring victims' families, community activists, and legal experts on hate crime law. (June 2020)
Police Reform Now: An Overview of New Federal Legislation to Reform & Overhaul Policing
Following George Floyd’s death, Congress introduced policing reform legislation. Experts discussed the bill and steps to advance reform in communities. (June 2020)
Safeguarding Civil Rights: NC’s Road Forward for At-Risk Communities Amidst The Covid-19 Pandemic
By May 19, COVID-19 had spread to all 100 North Carolina counties, causing deaths, economic hardship, and disruption. African Americans, 22% of the population, accounted for over 38% of fatalities. (June 2020)
Activating the Private Bar to Protect the Right to Vote Amid the Pandemic
The 2020 election faced new challenges due to the pandemic. A panel reviewed key litigation affecting ballot access, focusing on absentee voting in Ohio, Wisconsin, and Maryland. Experts discussed potential reforms and pro bono opportunities with the Lawyers’ Committee’s Election Protection program. (June 2020)