The Lawyer Protecting an Election Official in Iowa
The 2022 midterms are behind us, and we want to take a moment to thank all of the 3,500 volunteer lawyers who donated more than 45,000 hours to 36 organizations working to make the midterm elections safe, secure, and accessible for every voter. That’s why we’re giving the next Amicus Mundi Award — a monthly award […]
A Thank You from Anna Chu, Executive Director of We The Action
I can’t believe it, but the 2022 midterm elections are mostly behind us. I know when I volunteered on past Election Days as a voter protection lawyer, I woke up the next day exhausted, and I’m sure many of you are feeling the same way this morning. So I’ll cut right to the chase: Thank […]
The Lawyer Fighting for Abortion Access
Abortion rights continue to be under attack and lawyers like you are an important resource in the fight. From supporting abortion providers to protecting the vote in states where abortion is on the ballot, We The Action makes it easy to volunteer on the frontlines of today’s most pressing concerns. Every month, we give the […]
The Lawyer Helping Nonprofits Engage Voters
Every month, we give the Amicus Mundi Award to a lawyer in our community to recognize their dedication to fighting for the causes they believe in. With the midterm elections fast approaching, this month’s award recipient is a lawyer who volunteered to help empower local nonprofits to engage and mobilize their communities to vote. Congratulations, […]
We The Action Welcomes Anna Chu as New Executive Director
Today, We The Action announced that on September 1, Anna Chu began leading the organization as Executive Director. Anna joins WTA from the National Women’s Law Center where she served as Vice President for Strategy and Policy. “I decided to practice law because I wanted to be a part of something bigger than myself,” Anna […]
The Lawyer Helping Innovate Education Nonprofits
Every month, We The Action gives the Amicus Mundi Award to an outstanding lawyer in our community who exemplifies our shared values of service and volunteerism. With the school year set to begin, we’re proud to give this month’s Amicus Mundi Award to a lawyer who uses her expertise in copyright law to help innovative […]
The Lawyer Channeling Hopelessness into Action
Every month, we give the Amicus Mundi Award to an outstanding lawyer in our community who exemplifies our shared values of service and dedication to building a more just and equitable society. In honor of our 5th anniversary this week, we’re proud to give the next Amicus Mundi Award to a lawyer who has been […]
The Lawyer Helping Fathers with Their Legal Needs
Every month, we give the Amicus Mundi Award to an outstanding lawyer in our community who exemplifies our shared values of service and commitment to justice and equity. With Father’s Day right around the corner, this month’s Amicus Mundi Award goes to a lawyer who has gone above and beyond to support dads as they […]
The Lawyer Registering Trademarks that Heal Trauma
Research from the National Alliance on Mental Health has shown that volunteering offers mental health benefits. Here at We The Action, we have witnessed this impact in conversations with our volunteers who often report feeling a sense of meaning and appreciation after completing a project. In celebration of Mental Health Month, which ended a few […]
The Lawyer Fighting COVID-Related Evictions
It’s the last week of National Volunteer Month! Throughout April, we’ve been celebrating the contributions of all 41,000 We The Action volunteer lawyers. Thank you for joining the celebration by donating half a million dollars in free legal services this month. As the celebration comes to an end, it’s only fitting that we give the […]