Virtual Event Library
Affirmative Action Cases: The Work Ahead
On October 31, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in cases challenging affirmative action in college admissions. The Lawyers’ Committee hosted a discussion with civil rights advocates on the cases’ implications and the path forward for racial equity in education. (November 2022)
The 2021-22 SCOTUS Term: What It Means for Civil Rights & What’s Next
The Supreme Court addressed key issues affecting communities of color, including abortion, voting rights, and gun violence. The Lawyers’ Committee hosted a discussion with legal experts on the term's impact on civil rights and racial justice. (June 2022)
Hidden In Plain Sight: Improving Demographic Data Collection To Combat Racial Health Disparities
Data collection in the U.S. has long been inequitable, leaving racial health disparities and systemic inequities unaddressed. The Lawyers’ Committee hosted a webinar on the urgent need for comprehensive demographic data to improve health equity. (May 2022)
The CROWN Act: Federal Protection for Black Natural Hairstyles
The Lawyers’ Committee hosted a webinar featuring Damon Hewitt and Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman on the CROWN Act, followed by a panel of experts discussing its impact and advocacy efforts. (April 2022)