Leitner Center For International Law And Justice

The Leitner Center for International Law and Justice at Fordham Law School is an innovative Think-and-Do Tank that aims to make international human rights protections an everyday reality for marginalized communities around the world; as a hands-on advocacy team housed in a world-class university, we provide education and training to law students, facilitate capacity building and advocacy with activists and grassroots groups around the world, and contribute to critical research among legal scholars in international human rights. From its base at Fordham Law School in New York City, the Center develops long-term partnerships with local social justice organizations and other stakeholders across the globe. Through its pioneering programs, clinics, and education initiatives, the Leitner Center trains students to become international legal experts and impassioned human rights advocates. Meaningful human rights work is not a solitary enterprise. The Leitner Center attracts talented, dedicated individuals who work together to fulfill its compelling and unique mission. Through training and scholarships for students, the Center works in solidarity with grassroots activists to further four core objectives: (1) Strengthening the rule of law and access to justice (2) Promoting the rights of vulnerable populations around the world (3) Fostering sustainable development (4) Examining the role of traditional legal systems and their relationship to international law and human rights