The Indigenous Law and Policy Center (ILPC) was recognized for its work surrounding advocacy and education with the 2020 SALT M. Shanara Gilbert Human Rights Award in the “Organization” category by the Society of American Law Teachers (SALT). This honor is awarded to a person or institution whose investment in the pursuit of human rights reform deserves great acknowledgment. (l-r) Neoshia Roemer, staff attorney; Kathryn Fort, director, Indian Law Clinic, adjunct professor; Monica Williamson, ILPC program coordinator; and Matthew L.M. Fletcher, professor of law and ILPC director.
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- Posted January 03, 2020
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