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Repealing the Adoption and Safe Families Act 

“ASFA dealt a devastating blow to Black families,” and the time to repeal the Clinton-Era law is now, writes Prof. Dorothy E. Roberts.

‘Dorothy Roberts Tried to Warn Us’ 

This New York Magazine feature on Prof. Dorothy Roberts asks why more people didn’t listen when she wrote about the criminalization of pregnancy 25 years ago.

Abolition of the Child Welfare System 

Prof. Dorothy E. Roberts recently spoke with Apple News in Conversation about why the child welfare system should be abolished.

Civil Practice Clinic: going to court

Lasting Lessons in Civil Practice 

Two Penn Carey Law graduates reflect on how their experience in the Civil Practice Clinic has enhanced their private sector careers.

Marissa Schwartz L'22

Fighting for Families 

Equal Justice Works Fellow Marissa Schwartz L’22 will advocate for survivors of domestic violence in Philadelphia.

‘Stop Policing Families’ 

Prof. Dorothy E. Roberts advocates the abolition of the child welfare system.

Race and Regulation Podcast Series 

The Penn Program on Regulation’s “Race and Regulation Podcast Series” will focus on ensuring equal justice, dignity, and respect to all people.

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May 29, 2023

Drop-In Classroom Technology Training for Staff and Students (S240A)

This is a 20 minute in-person training on how to use the classroom technology in all of our classrooms and event spaces.

June 6, 2023

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June 13, 2023

Master in Law Skills Session with Professor Simon

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