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The Presidential Precinct We engage and inspire emerging leaders to address the most pressing challenges in their countries. Learn more at www.presidentialprecinct.org

The Presidential Precinct engages and inspires emerging leaders to address the most pressing challenges in their countries. We seek to draw out the best from these leaders through professional fellowships, leadership exchanges, global forums, and virtual resources with six primary areas of focus: women’s empowerment, economic opportunity, good governance, human rights and justice, cultural heritage, and civic engagement. Over 1,400 leaders from more than 170 countries have joined the Presidential Precinct’s programs and returned home to invest their knowledge, expertise, and networks to transform the lives of millions worldwide. The Precinct sits at the center of a five-member consortium, consisting of two premier universities – the University of Virginia and William & Mary – and three internationally renowned historic sites – James Madison’s Montpelier, James Monroe’s Highland, and Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello.

10/15/2026

⚖️ What does justice mean to you?

We asked judges from our 2026 Judicial Fellowship Program to reflect on what justice means to them, bringing together perspectives shaped by different countries, legal traditions, and lived experiences.

🌍 Their reflections remind us why conversations across borders matter.

A shared commitment to justice and the rule of law. ⚖️ 🌎Last Thursday, we brought our 2026 Judicial Fellows together wit...
10/14/2026

A shared commitment to justice and the rule of law. ⚖️ 🌎

Last Thursday, we brought our 2026 Judicial Fellows together with Charlottesville’s legal community and local supporters for our Rule of Law event, featuring keynote remarks from U.S. District Judge Jasmine H. Yoon.

The evening connected global judicial perspectives with our local community, strengthening the relationships at the heart of the Judicial Fellowship Program.

Thank you to Judge Yoon and everyone who joined us and welcomed our Fellows!

Congratulations to the 2026 Judicial Fellows! 🎉 🌎Our final day of the 2026 Judicial Fellowship Program included a visit ...
10/10/2026

Congratulations to the 2026 Judicial Fellows! 🎉 🌎

Our final day of the 2026 Judicial Fellowship Program included a visit to Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, a send-off luncheon and certificate ceremony, reflections from our Fellows, and a UVA basketball game!

Over two weeks in Washington, D.C., and Charlottesville, Fellows exchanged perspectives, explored shared challenges, and built connections that will continue well beyond the program.

The next chapter starts here. Stay connected! 🤝

A day of constitutional questions and community connections. ⚖️ 🤝Yesterday, our Fellows explored constitution making and...
10/09/2026

A day of constitutional questions and community connections. ⚖️ 🤝

Yesterday, our Fellows explored constitution making and constitutional change with Mila Versteeg, then examined the relationship between international human rights law and domestic legal systems with Camilo Sánchez. The evening brought them together with Charlottesville’s legal community and our local supporters, with keynote remarks on justice and the rule of law from U.S. District Judge Jasmine Yoon.

Thank you to the speakers, partners, and community members who welcomed our Fellows!

⚖️ Yesterday's conversations brought our Judicial Fellows to the intersection of constitutional law, executive power, an...
10/07/2026

⚖️ Yesterday's conversations brought our Judicial Fellows to the intersection of constitutional law, executive power, and emerging technology.

🌍 At the University of Virginia School of Law, Fellows examined the role of the President under the U.S. Constitution, the legal challenges presented by AI, and how courts around the world respond to contested presidential elections—exploring the role of judicial institutions in shaping democratic governance.

This Thursday, join us for Justice and the Rule of Law, featuring keynote speaker Judge Jasmine H. Yoon and our 2026 Jud...
10/06/2026

This Thursday, join us for Justice and the Rule of Law, featuring keynote speaker Judge Jasmine H. Yoon and our 2026 Judicial Fellows.

Connect with judges from around the world for an evening hosted by the Presidential Precinct and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation.

📅 October 8 | 5:30–8:00 PM
📍 Irving Theater, CODE Building, Charlottesville

RSVP today: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/nctnne/event/ruleoflawevent/

This past week, our Judicial Fellows explored some of the most pressing challenges facing courts and legal institutions ...
10/05/2026

This past week, our Judicial Fellows explored some of the most pressing challenges facing courts and legal institutions around the world, from institutional resilience and public trust to transparency, accountability, and economic opportunity. 🌍

Through panels and roundtable discussions with judges, lawyers, journalists, business leaders, and other experts, Fellows exchanged perspectives on strengthening the rule of law and building more trusted, resilient legal institutions.

10/01/2026

⚖️ What does it mean to be a Judicial Fellow?

As our 2026 Judicial Fellows gather in Washington, D.C. for two weeks of dialogue, exchange, and connection, we’re hearing from those who have experienced the Fellowship before them.

Today, that exchange continues at Justice on the Global Stage, where judges from around the world are sharing firsthand perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing courts and the rule of law around the world.

Across borders, from one bench to another. 🌎 🤝Yesterday, in partnership with the Bolch Judicial Institute at Duke Law Sc...
10/01/2026

Across borders, from one bench to another. 🌎 🤝

Yesterday, in partnership with the Bolch Judicial Institute at Duke Law School, the Bench to Bench roundtable brought Fellows and U.S. federal judges together around judicial leadership, independence, and the changing responsibilities of courts.

These opportunities to learn from one another are central to the Fellowship and the community it builds.

🌍 Day one of the 2026 Judicial Fellowship Program!We welcomed 25 Fellows from around the world to Washington, D.C. for t...
09/29/2026

🌍 Day one of the 2026 Judicial Fellowship Program!

We welcomed 25 Fellows from around the world to Washington, D.C. for two weeks of global judicial dialogue, exchange, and connection.

🏛️ From candid conversations about challenges facing judiciaries worldwide to a private tour and Q&A with Justice Neil M. Gorsuch at the Supreme Court, Fellows spent the day learning from one another and leaders in the U.S. judicial system. We concluded the first day with an opening dinner and reception alongside leaders from the legal, business, policy, and rule-of-law communities.

A powerful start to two weeks together. We’re excited for what’s ahead! ✨

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