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THE
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The Vance Center provides pro bono legal representation to civil society organizations worldwide, engaging hundreds of law firms and lawyers across borders to expand access to justice and support an ethically active legal profession.

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Areas Of Practice

We provide high-quality, pro bono legal representation worldwide to dozens of NGOs and international governmental bodies across four programmatic areas: the environment, human rights and access to justice, institutional integrity, and public interest reporting.

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Our Initiatives

The Vance Center implements innovative initiatives designed to provide systemic support for public interest law, strengthen a global culture of pro bono practice, and reduce barriers to a more diverse, equitable legal field.

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April 22, 2025

Vance Center Highlights Legal Career Pathways and Advocacy for Global Justice at Two NYC Law School Panels

Vance Center Africa Program Director Adaobi Egboka spoke on two panels in April exploring legal careers and the role of law in advancing justice around the world.

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April 17, 2025

Vance Center Leads Conversations on Investigative Reporting and Legal Risks at 2025 International Journalism Festival

Vance Center Executive Director Alex Papachristou moderated a panel and participated in safety clinics for journalists at the 2025 International Journalism Festival in Perugia, Italy.

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April 3, 2025

City Bar Statement Expressing Concern Over New Peruvian Law Restricting Civil Society Organizations

The Vance Center signed on to a statement by the New York City Bar Association expressing serious concern about recent legislation in Peru that restricts the activities of civil society organi... Read More