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Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law was founded in 1963 at the request of President

We focus our efforts in six core project areas: Community Development, Educational Opportunities, Employment Discrimination, Environmental Justice, Fair Housing and Fair Lending, and Voting Rights

Today, we recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day by honoring and celebrating the enduring presence, cultures, contributions, ...
10/12/2026

Today, we recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day by honoring and celebrating the enduring presence, cultures, contributions, and resilience of tribal nations.

We acknowledge the rich histories of Indigenous people–the first people of this country– and the ongoing importance of lifting up and protecting Indigenous rights, dignity, and ancestral sovereignty.

Today—and every day—we remain committed to advancing civil rights and a democracy in which the rights and dignity of all people are protected.

The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, Asian Americans Advancing Justice | AAJC, and 16 other civil rights o...
10/07/2026

The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, Asian Americans Advancing Justice | AAJC, and 16 other civil rights organizations filed an amicus brief defending the federal Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSI) Program.
The brief argues that the program is constitutional and that Congress can act to address longstanding funding inequities between higher education institutions. Minority-Serving Institutions help expand access to higher education for first-generation students, immigrant students, low-income families, multilingual learners, and students of all backgrounds.
Students for Fair Admissions (SFFA) and Tennessee are trying to reverse more than 50 years of equal rights progress by forcing the government to ignore demographic realities and inequality, and ultimately strip funding from institutions that have already been systemically denied equal funding. Doing so would be deeply harmful to higher education and profoundly harmful to students.
We stand with the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities in defending the HSI Program and the opportunities it makes possible.
Read the full amicus brief here: www.lawyerscommittee.org/amicus-briefs

Our 2026 Higginbotham Leadership Awards Gala was a beautiful celebration of the people and partnerships that make our ci...
09/30/2026

Our 2026 Higginbotham Leadership Awards Gala was a beautiful celebration of the people and partnerships that make our civil rights work possible.
We were proud to honor Stacey Abrams, Mamie Cunningham, and the other clients in our Mississippi redistricting case, and grateful to Melissa Murray and Symone Sanders Townsend for bringing such warmth and energy as our guest emcees.
Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the evening so special.
Take a look back at some of our favorite moments from the night:
www.lawyerscommittee.org/2026-higginbotham-gala-photo-gallery/
Photo Credit: Imagine Photography / Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law

Join the Howard University School of Law for a timely conversation exploring voting rights, including the laws, policies...
09/30/2026

Join the Howard University School of Law for a timely conversation exploring voting rights, including the laws, policies, and issues shaping access to the ballot.

We’re proud to have Shaylyn Cochran, deputy executive director of the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, join Marcia Johnson of the League of Women Voters and Kareem Crayton of the Brennan Center for Justice as featured speakers.

📅 Saturday, October 3
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Hon. Damon J. Keith Moot Court Room | Howard University School of Law

Come learn, engage, and deepen your understanding of voting rights and the legal landscape surrounding access to the ballot.

Register today! 🔗

We’re proud to share that Maya Raghu, national director of the Lawyers’ Committee’s Protecting and Advancing Diversity, ...
09/30/2026

We’re proud to share that Maya Raghu, national director of the Lawyers’ Committee’s Protecting and Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiative, will be presenting at Independent Sector’s National Summit 2026 in Phoenix.
On October 14 at 1:30 p.m., Maya will join leaders from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and ABFE for “Facts, Not Fear: Advancing Equity in Today’s Landscape.”
The session will bring together leaders across the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors to examine how organizations can continue advancing equity amid a rapidly changing landscape.
📍 Phoenix
📅 October 14 | 1:30 p.m.
🎟️ Learn more and register: https://summit.independentsector.org/

We’re proud to celebrate our own Sabrina Talukder, senior counsel at the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, ...
09/29/2026

We’re proud to celebrate our own Sabrina Talukder, senior counsel at the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, who has been named one of Equal Justice Works’ 40x40 Alumni Changemakers!

Selected from a competitive pool of more than 280 nominees, Sabrina is one of 40 EJW Alumni being recognized whose careers exemplify the power of public service leadership and lasting impact.

Sabrina’s journey from the Equal Justice Works Fellowship community to her leadership in public interest law is also a powerful reminder of why investing in the next generation of civil rights and public-interest lawyers matters. Fellowships help create pathways for talented advocates to build careers devoted to advancing justice—and that investment can have an impact that lasts for decades.

We are incredibly proud to have Sabrina on our team and thrilled to see her work, leadership, and commitment to public service recognized as part of Equal Justice Works’ 40th anniversary.

Congratulations, Sabrina!

Learn more about Sabrina and the 40x40 Alumni Changemakers:

www.equaljusticeworks.org/40x40-alumni-changemakers

09/29/2026

A night of leadership, legacy, and the continued fight for justice. ✨

The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law’s 2026 Higginbotham Leadership Awards Gala brought together advocates, changemakers, partners, and supporters to celebrate those whose courage and commitment continue to advance racial justice.

From powerful moments on stage to meaningful conversations throughout the evening, the gala was a reminder that progress is built by people willing to lead, advocate, and stand together.

We were proud to honor leaders whose work reflects the spirit of A. Leon Higginbotham, Jr. and the enduring mission of the Lawyers’ Committee: protecting and advancing civil rights and building toward the future we deserve.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for an unforgettable evening. The celebration may be over, but the work continues.

Last night, we gathered in New York for the 2026 Higginbotham Leadership Awards Gala to celebrate leaders and advocates ...
09/24/2026

Last night, we gathered in New York for the 2026 Higginbotham Leadership Awards Gala to celebrate leaders and advocates whose courage, persistence, and commitment continue to advance racial justice, protect voting rights, and expand opportunity.

Through the words of President and Executive Director Damon Hewitt and Deputy Executive Director Shaylyn Cochran, these reflections capture both the spirit of the evening and our renewed commitment to the work ahead.

This year, the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law honored Stacey Abrams with the Robert F. Kennedy Justice Prize and Mamie Cunningham, on behalf of the clients in Mississippi State Conference of the NAACP v. Mississippi State Board of Election Commissioners, with the Courageous Client Award. Make a gift today: www.lawyerscommittee.org/donate

Read the full press release: https://tinyurl.com/z7ndywuk



📸:Steven Ryan /AP Content Services for LCCRUL

An unforgettable evening of courage, leadership, and solidarity in the fight for justice.On September 23, 2026, the Lawy...
09/24/2026

An unforgettable evening of courage, leadership, and solidarity in the fight for justice.

On September 23, 2026, the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law hosted its Higginbotham Leadership Awards Gala, celebrating champions of justice and equity. Together, we honored leaders whose work protects the right to vote and strengthens the communities at the heart of our civil rights movement.

✨ Our 2026 honorees:
🗳️ Stacey Abrams, activist, author, and voting rights champion, received the Robert F. Kennedy Justice Prize for her leadership in protecting democracy and expanding civic participation.

⚖️ Mamie Cunningham received the Courageous Client Award, representing the clients in the Mississippi State Conference of the NAACP v. State Board of Election Commissioners. A lifelong advocate, Mamie has helped Mississippians register to vote and challenged barriers that diminish Black voting power.

Guided by hosts Melissa Murray and Symone Sanders Townsend, the evening celebrated people who stand up, speak out, and keep working toward a more just future. Help the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law carry that work forward. Make a gift today: www.lawyerscommittee.org/donate

Here’s a first look at the evening through AP’s lens. More highlights to come.

📸:Steven Ryan /AP Content Services for LCCRUL

Celebrating heritage. Honoring history. Advancing justice. ✨This Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the rich cultures...
09/22/2026

Celebrating heritage. Honoring history. Advancing justice. ✨

This Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities—and recognize their enduring role in the fight for civil rights and equal justice.

From voting rights and access to justice to fighting discrimination and protecting the rights of every community, the pursuit of equality is a shared one.

Today and every day, we honor the voices, leaders, and communities working to build a more just and equitable future for all.

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