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Lessons on Diplomacy 

After spending a semester studying women’s international human rights, Penn Carey Law students visited the UN Headquarters in New York.

Lawyers Leading ESG 

Penn Carey Law’s thought leadership in the ESG sphere uniquely prepares our students to enter this rapidly evolving field of business law.

Gender Justice Advocates 

In celebration of International Women’s Day, Penn Carey Law is proud to highlight dedicated advocates working tirelessly in the crucial fight for gender justice around the world.

Putting Women Back into the Picture

Putting Women Back into the Picture 

In a new report, students study the intersection between arts, culture, and gender-based stereotypes to better understand trends in law and policy worldwide.

Pathways to the Profession: Kate Koudouna L’24 

Kate Koudouna L’24 spent her 1L summer advocating for and researching international topics in labor justice.

Rangita de Silva de Alwis

Global Advancement of Women’s Rights 

Professor Rangita de Silva de Alwis was elected to serve as an independent expert on the UN Committee tasked with implementing the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW).

Rangita de Silva de Alwis

Advancing Women’s Rights 

Rangita de Silva de Alwis was elected to the UN CEDAW Committee for the term 2023-2026.

‘Evolving Interpretations of Title IX’ 

On the 50th anniversary of Title IX, Prof. Karen M. Tani L’07, PhD’11 shares her insights on the landmark bill from a historical perspective.

Title IX and Disability 

On the anniversary of the landmark bill, Prof. Jasmine Harris shares five things to know about how Title IX and disability intersect.

US and Brazil flags

Ending Gender-Based Violence 

A project initiated at the Global Institute for Human Rights aims to provide relief for survivors of gender-based violence in Brazil – and eventually around the world.

Championing Health Care Equity and Justice 

For Michelle Banker L’10, Director of Reproductive Rights and Health Litigation at the National Women’s Law Center, “reproductive healthcare is healthcare.”

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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

Staff Event: Best Practices in Getting Work Done

Business Affairs, Facilities, Human Resources, Information Technology Services

June 13, 2023

Master in Law Skills Session with Professor Simon

ML Students:  Join Professor Jessica Simon for this “crash course, law school skills session”.