Shreveport Bar Foundation Pro Bono Project

10/02/2026

💜 October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month 💜

This month, we stand with survivors, honor their strength, remember those we have lost, and recommit ourselves to creating a community where everyone can live free from violence and fear.

This year is especially meaningful for us as we celebrate 10 years of our Legal Representation for Victims of Domestic Violence Program. 🎉

For the past decade, this program has provided critical legal support and representation to victims of domestic violence as they navigate some of the most difficult and vulnerable moments of their lives. Behind every case is a person seeking safety, stability, and a path forward — and we are honored to stand beside them.

We are grateful to everyone who has supported this program, partnered with us, advocated for survivors, and helped make this work possible.

Here’s to 10 years of standing up, speaking out, and making a difference — and to continuing this work for years to come.

💜

08/28/2026

Thank you Connor Hargrave with Miramon Law, Inc. for speaking about Estate Planning at the Legacy Planning Meeting last week!

Thanks to the Shreveport Financial Empowerment Center for planning these events along with The Highland Center and Catholic Charities of North Louisiana !

08/26/2026

Thank you to Madi with Law Offices of J. Dhu Thompson, APLC for volunteering your time to educate our community on family law today at the Shreve Memorial Library Broadmoor Branch! We are so grateful for attorneys who dedicate time on legal education! We could not do it without them!

08/19/2026

Ujima invites community members to participate in a series of Community Listening Sessions focused on preventing domestic violence homicides and strengthening support for survivors in Caddo Parish. Residents of the Cedar Grove neighborhood
who have been impacted by domestic violence or recent domestic violence homicides, including: Neighbors of victims, family members and loved ones, friends and community members who
knew the victims of recent domestic violence incident, and Individuals with lived experience.

08/18/2026

If you are a survivor, victims of domestic violence or dating violence including mothers of children who witnessed or experienced domestic violence you are invited to participate is a series of Community Listening Sessions focused on preventing domestic violence homicides and strengthening support for survivors in Caddo Parish. We invite men and boys in Caddo Parish to join this conversation, including fathers and father figures, young men, veterans and active-duty military personnel, members of
fraternities and other fraternal organizations, coaches, mentors, youth leaders, barbers, business owners, and other trusted community leaders.

08/17/2026

If you are a survivor, victims of domestic violence or dating violence including mothers of children who witnessed or experienced domestic violence you are invited to participate is a series of Community Listening Sessions focused on preventing domestic violence homicides and strengthening support for survivors in Caddo Parish.

08/11/2026

📅✨ AUGUST COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR ✨📅

Looking for FREE legal information, education, and assistance this month? We’ve got you covered! 💙

Join us throughout August for these upcoming community events:

📋 AUGUST 17 | ASK A LAWYER CLINIC
🕟 Intake begins at 4:30 PM
📍 625 Texas St.
Have a legal question? Meet with an attorney and get guidance about your legal concerns and options.

📋 AUGUST 19 | ESTATE PLANNING SEMINAR
🕤 9:30 AM
📍 Heron
Learn important steps for planning ahead and protecting your loved ones and your future. *see attached flyer for more information*

📋 AUGUST 20 | LEGACY PLANNING EVENT
🕧 12:30 PM
📍 LSUS Campus
Learn more about planning for the future and creating a lasting legacy for those you love. *see attached flyer for more information*

📋 AUGUST 26 | FAMILY LAW CLINIC
🕛 12:00 PM
📍 Broadmoor Library Branch
Get helpful legal information and guidance on family law matters and learn more about your options. *see attached flyer for more information*

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💙 ALL OF THESE EVENTS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

📣 SAVE THE DATES • SHARE WITH A FRIEND • SPREAD THE WORD!

Together, we can help make legal resources and information more accessible to our community.

08/05/2026

📢 Join Us for an Upcoming Family Law Legal Education Event!

Whether you're navigating divorce, child custody, or other family law matters, understanding your rights and legal options can make a meaningful difference.

Join us for an informative legal education event where you'll learn about key family law topics and have the opportunity to get your questions answered in a welcoming environment.

📅 Date: WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26TH
🕒 Time: 12:00PM
📍 Location: Shreve Memorial Library
BROADMOOR BRANCH
1212 Captain Shreve Drive 71115

This event is open to the community. We encourage anyone interested in learning more about family law to attend.

We look forward to seeing you there!

08/03/2026