Leveraging International Engagement to Advance Justice at Home
- The ILF
- Jan 7, 2021
- 1 min read
When it comes to justice, there is a lot the United States can learn from around the world, and that international legal aid providers can learn from each other.
This latest policy paper written by ILF Board Member Maha Jweied describes how the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office for Access to Justice drove progress globally and locally before it was obliterated by the Trump Administration.
Looking ahead, we support Jweied's recommendation that the Biden-Harris Administration reestablish the office, bridging domestic reform efforts with global initiatives like the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. We are especially keen to see renewed American engagement on SDG16, including support for a more robust International Legal Aid Network (ILAN).
This policy paper was published by the NYU Center on International Cooperation (CIC). Visit the NYU CIC website to learn more and download the full policy paper.
It's inspiring to see how global engagement can be leveraged to promote justice at a local level. By understanding the international context, we can take meaningful steps toward change right in our communities. This concept of fostering positive environments extends to the spaces where we learn and grow. For schools, having the right resources in place, such as air conditioning systems for schools, ensures a comfortable setting that can boost productivity and well-being. Just as advocacy and global connections can lead to tangible change, ensuring students have an optimal learning environment is a crucial part of their success.
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