We the Defenders Detroit: WTD Recap Blog
In August 2024, Wayne State University School of Law in Detroit, Michigan, served as the gracious host of the NAPD’s annual “We the Defenders” conference. In the public defense community, it is normal for conferences to promote personal and professional development. What makes this conference so forward-thinking and unlike most conferences for public defense professionals […]
We the Defenders Detroit: Detroit is the phoenix born from the ashes anew
D-town was the perfect spot to hold this training. Forget what you heard, Detroit is the phoenix born from the ashes anew. There is a palpable hope that resonates through every business and resident here. Detroit has become one of the most culturally diverse cities in the nation and this tree is now bearing its […]
We the Defenders Detroit: A Catalyst for Change in Public Defense
The recent NAPD We the Defenders Conference in Detroit was more than just a gathering; it was a revitalizing force for the public defense community. Bringing together 265 dedicated professionals, including investigators, mitigation specialists, social workers, paralegals, and other essential staff, this event ignited a passion for justice and fostered a spirit of collaboration unlike […]