Justice Education

Increasing access to information on justice issues by publishing plain language guides, hosting educational events, and sharing resources with the community.

Expanding Access to Justice System Information

Our goal is to improve the well-being of vulnerable populations by supporting them to assert their rights and access support. To do that we publish plain language guides and resources to help people navigate the often complicated and confusing legal systems in D.C. We also host educational events and programs to inform the public on important justice issues that affect them.

30+
years of educating students on the importance of jury duty
Eight
community guides to courts and legal systems

Recent Justice Education News

Learn more about our work by reading our most recent reports, papers, and recommendations.

SCHA Releases New Publication - The Workforce Solution: D.C. Employers FAQ for Second Chance Hiring

On March 26, the Second Chance Hiring Alliance (SCHA), an initiative of the Council for Court Excellence, released its latest publication: The Workforce Solution: D.C. Employers FAQ for Second Chance Hiring. The Workforce Solution is targeted at D.C. business owners who are struggling to fill open positions or are looking to scale up and need talent. This valuable resource answers questions about the legal requirements, financial incentives, and protections available to an employer looking to expand their applicant pool through second chance hiring.
October 22, 2024

Volunteers Needed! Participate in our School Jury Program in January

Lawyer and judge volunteers are needed to support CCE's School Jury Education Program sessions with D.C. students in January 2025!

Bench-Bar-Media Dialogue Recap: "Tell Us Everything!"

On Tuesday, July 16, 2024 CCE hosted the latest Bench-Bar-Media Dialogue event, "Tell Us Everything: Handling the Demand for Information in High-Profile Trials in the Internet Age" at Williams & Connolly LLP. The event attracted 70 attendees, who engaged deeply with the expert insights shared by our distinguished panelists. Read this article to learn more!

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