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National Legal Aid and Defender Association @nlada.bsky.social · 2d

Families in Georgia brace for healthcare uncertainty as government shutdown reaches 10 Days (via @cbsatlanta.bsky.social)

Families in Georgia brace for healthcare uncertainty as government shutdown reaches 10 Days

Approximately 1.5 million Georgians who rely on ACA coverage are watching the government shutdown closely, as the potential loss of subsidies could lead to a significant increase in monthly premiums.

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National Legal Aid and Defender Association @nlada.bsky.social · 3d

The Courageous Leader Award is presented to trailblazers who model the commitment and courage it takes to advance meaningful and lasting racial equity and justice in America. To learn more about the legacy of Hortman, please visit our website:

NLADA to Honor Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman with the Courageous Leader Award

Washington, D.C. – The National Legal Aid & Defender Association (NLADA) will posthumously honor Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman with the 2025 Courageous Leader Award. The Courageous L...

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National Legal Aid and Defender Association @nlada.bsky.social · 3d

During her 7 years of service as Speaker of the House, Hortman tirelessly advocated for the rights of Minnesotans, passing key policies to support community needs and justice reforms to promote racial equity across the state.

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National Legal Aid and Defender Association @nlada.bsky.social · 3d

We’re honored to posthumously present the Courageous Leader Award to Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman at #NLADA25. Throughout her career, she served as a trailblazer in advancing #equaljustice — from her tenure as a housing attorney to her 19-year service as a state representative.

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National Legal Aid and Defender Association @nlada.bsky.social · 3d

Richmond woman gets fresh start after Central Virginia Legal Aid Society helps erase $16,000 debt (via @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social)

Richmond woman gets fresh start after Central Virginia Legal Aid Society helps erase $16,000 debt

GeNienne Samuels emcee'd the 11th Annual Fresh Start Breakfast, stressing the need for community members to step up in support of the work done for the most critical needs of those that need it most.

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National Housing Law Project @nhlp.bsky.social · 4d

¡Conozca Sus Derechos! Nuestro folleto sobre los derechos de los inquilinos está en inglés y español.

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Know Your Rights! Our tenants' rights flyer is in English and Spanish.

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National Legal Aid and Defender Association @nlada.bsky.social · 3d

At this year’s Annual Conference, the American Council of Chief Defenders (ACCD) will gather to share strategies, spark solutions, and strengthen the national defender community.

Regular registration for #NLADA25 closes Sunday! Visit www.nlada.org/accd/annualc... to secure your spot.

National Legal Aid and Defender Association @nlada.bsky.social · 4d

“Healthy foods are the first thing to be cut from someone’s budget when they’re struggling to make ends meet, and so it’s really a lose-lose for everyone involved.”

Trump Canceled 94 Million Pounds of Food Aid. Here’s What Never Arrived. (via @propublica.org)

Trump Canceled 94 Million Pounds of Food Aid. Here’s What Never Arrived.

ProPublica obtained records from the Department of Agriculture that detail the millions of pounds of food, down to the number of eggs, that never reached food banks because of the administration’s cuts.

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National Legal Aid and Defender Association @nlada.bsky.social · 5d

🚨 Make your voice heard! Millions risk losing health care and vital services if Congress doesn’t act. @voice4humanneed.bsky.social's petition urges leaders to protect ACA coverage and stop harmful funding cuts to healthcare.

✉️ Send a letter to Congress today: https://bit.pulse.ly/nj6ler8pzm

Demand Congress vote NO on any government funding bill that doesn’t include provisions that protect health care and require the Trump administration stop stealing funds from our communities.

If Congress doesn’t pass a Continuing Resolution (CR) by September 30th, the federal government will shut down on October 1st. Instead of coming to the table to negotiate on key priorities, House Republicans are expected to vote this week on a partisan CR that does not include any health care prov...

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National Legal Aid and Defender Association @nlada.bsky.social · 5d

The federal government is shut down. Here's what that means across the country (via @npr.org)

The federal government is shut down. Here's what that means across the country

The federal government is currently shut down. NPR's network is following the ways the government shutdown is affecting services across the country.

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National Legal Aid and Defender Association @nlada.bsky.social · 6d

We have just a few days until registration for Annual Conference closes! Secure your spot by Sunday, October 12 to learn from top legal professionals across the country and stand united in support of #equaljustice for all. Tickets can be purchased here: https://nlada.pulse.ly/ie2vjcijms

National Legal Aid and Defender Association @nlada.bsky.social · 6d

This Miami nonprofit’s helped thousands avoid eviction. It’s facing steep cuts (via @miamiherald.com)

This Miami nonprofit’s helped thousands avoid eviction. It’s facing steep cuts

Legal Services of Miami provides free legal aid to low-income residents. But federal cuts could spell trouble.

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National Housing Law Project @nhlp.bsky.social · 10d

No matter our race, place, or party, we all deserve a safe & stable place to call home. But Trump shutdown our government & wants to give control over our homes to corporations & big banks. How can we stop them? By sharing our stories.

Graphic with light blue background and two cartoon people in foreground. One holds a sign that says “We Matter” and another holds a bullhorn up. A big yellow comment bubble in the middle reads: Share your story! nhlp.org/story

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National Legal Aid and Defender Association @nlada.bsky.social · 9d

Communities rely on public defenders and legal aid to ensure that their needs are met across the board. Visit nlada.org/justfundit to learn how you can make your voice heard and demand that Congress supports the needs of families and neighborhoods in need of support.

National Legal Aid and Defender Association @nlada.bsky.social · 9d

Basic needs such as #WIC, #publichousing, #healthcare and more will be affected over the coming days, as furloughs threaten the government's ability to function at the full capacity that families and neighborhoods require on a day-to-day basis.

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National Legal Aid and Defender Association @nlada.bsky.social · 9d

Three days into a federal #governmentshutdown, communities are concerned how delays in operations will affect their access to basic needs. As part of our #JustFundIt campaign, NLADA is highlighting which sectors of the government we're keeping an eye on as Congress works toward a budgeting solution.

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National Legal Aid and Defender Association @nlada.bsky.social · 9d

No County Left Behind: How Legal Aid of North Carolina is Making Justice Accessible (via WRAL-TV)
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No County Left Behind: How Legal Aid of North Carolina is Making Justice Accessible

The average hourly rate for a private attorney is around $300 - a price that many North Carolina families cannot afford. This steep price tag on legal services creates a justice gap where income becomes a determining factor in representation. Legal Aid of North Carolina is fighting to close that gap...

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National Legal Aid and Defender Association @nlada.bsky.social · 10d

"While Illinois is home to over 70 civil legal aid organizations, the need for free civil legal aid far outpaces available services."

New program looks to address lawyer shortage in Illinois (via
The State-Journal Register)

New program looks to address lawyer shortage in Illinois

Illinois officials are developing a program that would allow people who are not lawyers to offer limited legal advice, citing shortages.

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National Housing Law Project @nhlp.bsky.social · 11d

Are you a HUD or USDA tenant? Know your rights during the government shutdown!
🏢Continue paying your portion of the rent
☎️Contact an attorney ASAP if your landlord tries to hike your rent or evict you during the shutdown
🔍Check out nhlp.org/govshutdown for more detailed info on your housing rights

Graphic titled "HUD and USDA tenants' rights during the government shutdown" that explains what happens during a government shutdown, urges tenants to find legal help so they can know their rights, and notes that most tenants in HUD and USDA housing should not experience a disruption in their housing at this time because of the shutdown. There is a disclaimer at the bottom that notes this is not legal advice and if the shutdown lasts past November, tenants' rights will change and they should seek legal help.

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NLIHC @nlihc.org · 11d

Read #NLIHC President and CEO Renee M. Willis Statement on the Harmful Impact of a Federal Government Shutdown on the Low Income Housing Community: nlihc.org/news/nlihc-p...

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Pretrial Justice Institute (PJI) @pretrialjustice.bsky.social · 11d

We told ya'll Taylor wasn't the only one with BIG news to share❤️‍🔥
✨Introducing Justice on Tap!✨A podcast series serving knowledge, advocacy & action on the pretrial system. When it comes to justice, we don’t wait… we keep it ON TAP ⚖️🍸
#justiceontap #pretrialreform #taylorswift #thelifeofashowgirl

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National Legal Aid and Defender Association @nlada.bsky.social · 11d

Join us in four weeks in DC for #NLADA25! We're thrilled to welcome reps from Sankofa Academy Consulting, @thesoutherncenter.bsky.social, @fwd.us & Kansas Legal Services for our Opening Plenary! Register by Oct 12 to connect with public interest advocates nationwide.

🔗 learninglab.nlada.org/ac25

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National Legal Aid and Defender Association @nlada.bsky.social · 11d

"Over the last 25 years, Los Angeles County has elected just two people from the public defender's office to a Superior Court judge seat. But there’s a growing push toward getting more people with defense backgrounds on the bench." (via @laist.com)

Public Defender Judges

Diversifying the bench

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National Legal Aid and Defender Association @nlada.bsky.social · 12d

For millions, legal help remains out of reach. At NLADA, we work to bridge that gap by supporting public defenders, legal aid providers, and advocates who fight for fair representation. Join us in making justice accessible to all! Learn more at https://nlada.pulse.ly/wsrv5mknsn

National Legal Aid and Defender Association @nlada.bsky.social · 12d

FactFinder: Attorney shortage in Kansas impacting access to justice in rural counties (via @kwch.com)

FactFinder: Attorney shortage in Kansas impacting access to justice in rural counties

Nearly 80 percent of all active lawyers in Kansas live in just five counties.

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