We're excited to announce a virtual Membership Committee Interest Meeting on Wednesday, August 21 at 5:30 p.m. CST/ 6:30 p.m. EST. This is an excellent opportunity to join a vibrant community and make a meaningful impact. Register now: ow.ly/RCQi50SUhtG.

📢 #ICYMI: We're seeking a Policy Committee Chair! Key responsibilities include developing and advocating for policy initiatives that align with BPDA’s mission and representing BPDA in policy discussions and forums. Apply and learn more: [email protected].

.Cook County Public Defender’s Office provides law students the opportunity to learn more about the criminal and juvenile justice systems by participating in its Internship Program as volunteers. Students are expected to volunteer at least 12 hours per week. Apply by Aug. 18. ow.ly/7RLF50SXRfn

"...Community engagement, and more importantly community lawyering, is where we can be most impactful out in the community." -Guy Lang of Defender Association of Philadelphia

Make sure your region is represented in our meetings! As a committee member, you'll play a crucial role in helping shape strategies to enhance member engagement. Learn more at our upcoming virtual interest meeting happening 8/21 at 5:30 PM CT /6:30 PM ET. ow.ly/uwBB50SZEj2

BPDA is thrilled to announce that we're hosting a three-day intensive skills training program for defenders of all practice levels who are looking to build their cross-examination skills in cases involving racial issues. Join us from Oct. 24-26 in D.C. learninglab.nlada.org/bpda

TOMORROW: Join BPDA at 5:30 p.m. CST/ 6:30 p.m. EST for a virtual Membership Committee Interest Meeting! This is an excellent opportunity to join a vibrant community and make a meaningful impact. Register: ow.ly/Bu4Z50SUhnU.

"[Public defender offices] have to become more of a community type of organization..." - Robert Jones of Orleans Public Defenders

The Federal Public Defender for the Western District of Pennsylvania is seeking an attorney to serve as an Asst. Federal Public Defender in the Appeals and Non-Capital Habeas Unit in its Pittsburgh office. Apply ASAP. Salary commensurate with experience. ow.ly/IUjT50T4vXz

.Montgomery County Public Defense is hiring! Self-motivated individuals dedicated to indigent defense are encouraged to apply. 💼 Assistant Public Defender: ow.ly/nmXQ50T4FXx 💼 Client Engagement Specialist: ow.ly/eMj850T4FXw

We're excited to begin introducing our distinguished faculty for our Interrogating Bias training! David A. Singleton is a Professor of Law at @UDClaw. He'll be teaching Theory of the Case. Reserve your spot today! learninglab.nlada.org/bpda

Today we're highlighting the amazing and incomparable Heather Pinckney, director of Public Defender Service for D.C.! ✨ She's teaching Crossing on Race at our Interrogating Bias training, happening Oct. 24-26 in Washington, D.C. Register today! learninglab.nlada.org/bpda

.Howard University School of Law is hiring! They're seeking one entry-level professor in health law, civil rights, employment discrimination, or voting rights and election law; and two tenure-track professors in clinical law. Apply ASAP. ow.ly/J2lK50TevGr

The Allegheny County Office of the Public Defender is hiring! Open positions include: 💼 Defender Attorney: ow.ly/MoMM50TfUyB 💼 Arraignment Attorney: ow.ly/Z8WH50TfUyG 💼 Senior Deputy Director of Public Outreach and Staff Development: ow.ly/iflN50TfUyE

Public defenders are more than just lawyers. We are advocates, counselors, and defenders of justice. We often work behind the scenes, but our impact is felt across communities. We are the guardians of justice, fighting for the rights of the marginalized. #BlackDefendersMatter

.Dallas County Public Defender's Office is seeking a Chief Public Defender! This person will manage the day-to-day operations of the office, develop process improvements, policies and procedures, and more. The salary range is $216K - $239K, and the deadline to apply is 9/15. ow.ly/TelB50TfVwS

The Oregon Public Defense Commission is seeking applicants for the following positions: 💼 Deputy Defender (apply today): ow.ly/ow9s50TfXmk 💼Resource Counsel (apply by Sept. 23): ow.ly/9wLP50TfXmh

Lisa Wayne is the executive director of NACDL, and she's teaching Impeachment Skills at our upcoming Interrogating Bias training! Lisa served as a public defender in Colorado for 13 years. Meet us in D.C. Oct 24-26 to learn more! learninglab.nlada.org/bpda