Direct links to each program page include:
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The ABA Commission on Hispanic Legal Rights & Responsibilities and the Hispanic Issues Section of the State Bar of Texas present part 1 of our 3-part webinar series exploring language and other barriers to members of the Hispanic Community in employment and the justice system, with lawyers from Academia, the EEOC, and private practice.
Video recording and resources here.
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Exploring language and other barriers to members of the Hispanic Community in employment and the justice system. In this English-Spanish bilingual program, language access experts will present information and lead a discussion with attorneys and legal practitioners.
Information & resources here.
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The goal of the program is to give prospective and current law students an idea as to the many different legal pathways they can pursue so they can make a more informed decision on their legal path. Immigration law, in-house, clerkships, and Big law are highlighted.
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As the largest growing minority group in America, Hispanics have been entering the labor force at substantial rates, often with marketable skills, hands-on experience, and bilingual abilities. Yet for decades Hispanics have remained underrepresented in the federal workforce. This program identifies some of the largest obstacles and share personal and professional tips on how to overcome them and excel to senior leadership roles.
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Webinar for attorneys who are interested in gaining experience in immigration law, specifically in representing children and young adults through the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.
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In this webinar, panelists share personal stories, summarize this historic decision, and discuss its ramifications, especially regarding the intersectional issues facing Hispanic LGBTQ+ individuals. Panelists will also offer best practices to better ensure fairness and dignity across the country.
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The basics of redistricting and the laws that govern it, including key issues that may arise in various jurisdictions, such as the proper population base for measuring population equality, legal obligations to create or maintain majority-minority districts, Census quality issues including those raised by privacy protection, and gerrymandering based on race or party affiliation.
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An open and honest discussion on Racial Justice in America in light of the events since the murder of George Floyd. The panel will provide perspectives from the African American, Muslim, Asian American, Hispanic, and Native American communities.
* Visit the Hispanic Commission's Legal Summit of the Americas page for videos and resources.
Link to all CRSJ COVID-19 series webinars here.
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