Since 1934, we have believed that poverty shouldn’t prevent access to justice. Everyone, regardless of income, deserves the highest quality legal counsel.
This budget season, the Defender is requesting additional investments in social workers and attorneys to support our children and youth clients. Read our full testimony here:
Nearly 2/3 of �the youth in the JJSC are presumed innocent and waiting for their day in court.
Our FY2025 #budget proposal includes 💰 for more #phillydefenders social workers will help us safely release these young people to their families while the court process moves forward.
🔗 in bio for our full proposal to dismantle the womb-to-prison pipeline. ——————- #fundphillydefenders #supportphillydefenders #philly #phillyyouth #Phillydefenders #publicdefense #supportpublicdefense #reformphilly
Chief Defender @khudson_phillydefender on dismantling the Womb-to-Prison Pipeline. 📢 ———— Much of our 2024 budget request aims to provide the resources, social workers, and programs needed to make a difference. Click the link in our bio to learn more and join our mission. ✊ ————— #EndYouthViolence #SocialJustice #CommunitySupport #CityCouncil #YouthPrograms #reformphilly #philly #phillyyouth #phillyrevival #phillyphilly #phillystoptheviolence #phillygram #fundphillydefenders #fundpublicdefense #supportphilkydefenders
Philly Defenders is proud to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month, honoring the rich heritage and contributions of the Asian American and Pacific Islander community. ✨ ————- We stand with our AAPI colleagues, clients, and communities, acknowledging their strength, resilience, and vibrant culture. Let’s work together to promote justice, equity, and inclusion for all. ————— #AAPIHeritageMonth #UnityInDiversity #PhillyDefenders
Our DEI Coordinator, Christina Tavares, recently spoke to @the_napd advocates about the importance of DEI programs! Learn about her journey and why she’s dedicated to building a more inclusive and equitable future for all. #DEI #PhillyDefenders #SupportPhillyDefenders #FundDefenders
Happy Bring Your Child to Work Day! We had a fun and educational day planned for the children of the #phillydefenders team. They got a behind-the-scenes look at our work and learned how we make a difference in the community.✨ ———————— #BYCTWD2024 #CommunityEngagement #FamilyFirst #babydefenders
Celebrating Our Admin Team! 🥐 Today we gathered for a special breakfast to thank our amazing administrative staff for all their hard work. 🥞 Let’s keep showing our appreciation every day! ———————- #AdminAppreciation #BreakfastTogether #administrativeprofessionalsday #supportPhillydefenders
If we want a fair justice system in Philly, we need a proper balance of resources. That’s why we’re fighting for equal starting salaries for #phillydefenders attorneys. 🔗in bio to learn more about the client services we want to fund in our FY25 budget request.💰 ——————————— #fundphillydefenders #phillydefenders #philly #phillyattorneys #equality #attorneys #equalpay
We’re still buzzing about the blast we had at the #Defender90 #gala at the @constitutionctr! It’s too hard to capture in one post, so stay tuned for more highlights! #ohillydefenders
Are you (or do you know) a #Philly #highschool student looking for a PAID summer internship? Check out this opportunity with our Jr. Defender Program! @ysrpinphilly @juvlaw1974 @bpda_justice @yeahphilly @yasp2