ABA 2023 Midyear Meeting

Reproductive Justice & Gender-Based Violence Post-Dobbs: Living at the Intersections of Oppression and Bodily Autonomy

Thursday, February 2, 2023

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This event was a discussion with Louisiana and national experts on reproductive justice post Dobbs, with a focus on the reproductive rights of survivors of gender-based violence, BIPOC, and/or LGBTQI+ people. Following introductory presentations, there was a facilitated discussion regarding how the ABA can respond through policy development, supporting attorneys on the ground, and engaging the legal systems in various jurisdictions. 

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Forced Marriage is a Global Problem: That Includes U.S.!

Friday, February 3, 2023

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Forced Marriage is a Global Problem: That Includes U.S.! presented an overview of the nature and scope of forced marriage in the United States and internationally, as well as a discussion of the complex social and cultural dynamics and unique challenges of problem-solving in such cases. Panelists focused on both domestic and international legal, policy, and advocacy responses to Forced Marriage and will contextualize those responses within U.S. and international human rights frameworks. After introductory commentary is provided, panelists engaged in conversation with each other and participants. 

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Meet the Tulane Women's Prison Project: Telling Untold Stories of Incarcerated GBV Survivors

Friday, February 3, 2023

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Meet the Tulane University Law School's Women’s Prison Project, a clinical program that has won freedom for eight women serving or facing life or long sentences related to gender-based violence. Hear from clients who had been serving life without parole sentences for defending themselves against abusive partners. Learn about the Project’s innovative approaches, workshop ideas and opportunities to replicate, expand, build-upon, or enhance the Project’s design and mission in other states or on a national or regional scale. 

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The content of these programs do not meet requirements for continuing legal education (CLE) accreditation. You will not receive CLE credit for participating.