November 14, 2022
Join the National Football League, Metropolitan Family Services, and Gideon’s Promise for a virtual conversation – NFL Presents: Empowering Communities Through Representation, hosted by the NFL through Inspire Change, the league’s social justice platform focused on reducing barriers to opportunity.
Speakers from Metropolitan Peace Initiatives – a division of Metropolitan Family Services – and Gideon’s Promise will share their respective approaches to improving police-community relations with community-driven programs and utilizing public defenders recruited and trained to interrupt the injustices of our current criminal legal system. They will also reflect on the challenges in overcoming entrenched barriers and highlight how the representation of marginalized populations strengthens our communities.
Steve Wyche from NFL Network will moderate a conversation with:
• Vaughn Bryant, Executive Director, Metropolitan Peace Initiatives
• Jon Rapping, Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Gideon’s Promise
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15
Women’s Thought Panel: Keeping the Promise of Justice Alive for Our Communities
The Gathering Spot
7:00pm - 8:00 pm
For Gideon’s Promise Week 2021, we presented, Women’s Thought Leadership Panel: Keeping the Promise of Justice Alive for Our Communities hosted by The Gathering Spot. This free, virtual event was moderated by Mo Ivory and featured an all-star panel of Black women leaders across public defense, corporate, and nonprofit spaces. Panelists included, Head of Global Brand Experiences at Ford Motor Company, Rajoielle “Raj” Register; Founder and Chief Executive Office of Why Not Prosper, Rev. Dr. Michelle Anne Simmons; and Assistant Public Defender for Florida’s 10th Judicial Circuit, Andrenette Sullivan.
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27
Future Indigent Defense Leaders Program
San Antonio, TX
April 23 - May 7
The Texas Future Indigent Defense Leaders (FIDL) program is an innovative partnership between Gideon’s Promise, the Harris County Public Defender’s Office, the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (TCDLA), and the Texas Indigent Defense Commission. This year, 30 lawyers will have the opportunity to be a part of history, as the inaugural Texas FIDL class. This three-year program begins with a two-week CORE 101 new defender training, which will be taught in three segments: the ethics and professionalism of public defense, pretrial practice and trial preparation, and trial advocacy and persuasion. This “boot camp” will be held from April 23rd through May 7th in San Antonio. Special thanks to our national partner, Arnold Ventures, for aiding in the execution of this historic moment.
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22
Winter Training Institute 2021
Virtual
11AM - 6PM
Gideon’s Promise is delighted to announce that we are hosting our very first, Virtual Winter Institute! This year Winter Institute 2021 will be held virtually from January 22-23, 2021. Registration is now open! For additional information, please contact [email protected]. All Gideon’s Promise current class members, alumni, partner office leaders are invited to attend.
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16
Summer Institute 2022
Atlanta, GA
July 16, 2022 - July 30, 2022
Summer Institute is a two-week program that Gideon’s Promise offers to our growing public defender community. This annual program brings together public defenders from all over the country to sharpen their legal skills as they provide support to vulnerable populations. Summer Institute provides training to defenders who are in different stages of their careers.
View Event DetailsOct
20
A Night to Celebrate 2022
New York, NY
October 20, 2022 l 6PM - 10PM
Gideon’s Promise will host the 5th annual fundraiser, A Night to Celebrate in New York City! A Night to Celebrate recognizes outstanding individuals in the Greater New York area working to improve the criminal justice system. The awards given out during this ceremony will be the 2022 Ian Yankwitt Equalizer Award, and 2022 Champion of the Community Award. It’s always a pleasure when we get to recognize individuals that are changing the status quo of our criminal legal system!
View Event DetailsJul
15
Leadership Summit 2022
Atlanta, GA
July 15 - July 17
Gideon’s Promise Leadership Summits are three-day trainings held in July and January of each year. Each Leadership Summit provides a forum for new and experienced Chiefs, Deputy Chiefs, and other key leadership committed to supporting a standard of client-centered representation to collaborate and share best practices.
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15
Summer Session 2022
Atlanta, GA
July 15 - July 17
Gideon’s Promise Summer Session is a three-day trainings held annually in July. Summer Session gives us an opportunity for Gideon's Promise “Returners” and Alumni to continue to hone their trial skills. Summer Session provides current CORE 101 members who have completed their initial two-week training and are continuing to matriculate through the CORE 101 training (aka “Returners”) with ongoing training and support. Gideon’s Promise alumni who have completed their CORE 101 program are able to attend follow-up training, based on their needs.
View Event DetailsDec
08
Jazzed for Justice
Villa Lamar l 801 West Paces Ferry Rd.
6:30PM
We are delighted to host a fundraising event for Gideon’s Promise on December 8th, 2022 at 6:30PM. “Jazzed for Justice,” holiday party will be held at the historic Villa Lamar, home of Ed and Judy Garland, longtime supporters and friends of the organization. This event will feature heavy hors d'oeuvres & delicious cocktails all night! Attendees will also enjoy a mini concert performed by renown saxophonist/arranger, Antoine Gibson
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14
NFL Presents: Empowering Communities Through Representation
Virtual
12:00 PM
Join the National Football League, Metropolitan Family Services, and Gideon’s Promise for a virtual conversation – NFL Presents: Empowering Communities Through Representation, hosted by the NFL through Inspire Change, the league’s social justice platform focused on reducing barriers to opportunity.
View Event DetailsMar
23
Igniting Change 2023
Atlanta, GA
March 23, 2023 l 7PM - 10PM
Gideon’s Promise will host our annual Atlanta fundraiser, Igniting Change! Disrupting mass incarceration really feels this good! Join us for our annual fundraising event for an evening of connection, storytelling, and reform.
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28
Leadership Summit 2023
Atlanta, GA
July 28 - July 30
Gideon’s Promise Leadership Summits are three-day trainings held in July and January of each year. Each Leadership Summit provides a forum for new and experienced Chiefs, Deputy Chiefs, and other key leadership committed to supporting a standard of client-centered representation to collaborate and share best practices.
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28
Summer Session 2023
Atlanta, GA
July 28 - 30
Gideon’s Promise Summer Session is a three-day training held annually in July. Summer Session gives us an opportunity for Gideon's Promise “Returners” and Alumni to continue to hone their trial skills. Summer Session provides current CORE 101 members who have completed their initial two-week training and are continuing to matriculate through the CORE 101 training (aka “Returners”) with ongoing training and support. Gideon’s Promise alumni who have completed their CORE 101 program are able to attend follow-up training, based on their needs.
View Event DetailsJul
15
Summer Institute 2023
Atlanta, GA
July 15 - July 29
Summer Institute is a two-week program that Gideon’s Promise offers to our growing public defender community. This annual program brings together public defenders from all over the country to sharpen their legal skills as they provide support to vulnerable populations. Summer Institute provides training to defenders who are in different stages of their careers.
View Event DetailsSep
21
A Night to Celebrate 2023
New York, NY
September 21, 2023 l 6PM - 10PM
Gideon’s Promise will host the 6th annual fundraiser, A Night to Celebrate in New York City! A Night to Celebrate recognizes outstanding individuals in the Greater New York area working to improve the criminal justice system. The awards given out during this ceremony will be the 2023 Ian Yankwitt Equalizer Award, and 2023 Champion of the Community Award. It’s always a pleasure when we get to recognize individuals that are changing the status quo of our criminal legal system!
View Event DetailsOct
12
Fall Promise Party 2023
Miller & Chevalier
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The D.C. Fall Promise Party was created to support Gideon's Promise and their various training programs. Please join us in supporting Gideon's Promise as they continue their fight against mass incarceration, one of this generation's greatest civil and human rights challenges. Special remarks will be delivered by distinguished guest Roy L. Austin, Meta's Vice President for Civil Rights and Deputy General Counsel.
View Event DetailsDec
14
Jazzed for Justice 2023
Home of Ed & Judy Garland
6:30-10:00pm
Gideon's Promise is dedicated to providing training, mentorship, and a community of support for zealous, client-centered public defenders at every stage of their career. For 16 years, Gideon’s Promise has worked tirelessly to transform the criminal legal system. Sadly, their critical work is far from done. We believe that the promise to help end mass incarceration is a promise worth keeping.
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14
Igniting Change 2024
Atlanta, GA
March 14, 2024 l 7PM - 10PM
Gideon’s Promise will host our annual Atlanta fundraiser, Igniting Change! Disrupting mass incarceration really feels this good! Join us for our annual fundraising event for an evening of connection, storytelling, and reform.
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26
Winter Session 2024
Atlanta, GA
January 26-28, 2024
Gideon’s Promise Winter Session is a three-day training held annually in January. This session gives us an opportunity for Gideon's Promise “Returners” and Alumni to continue to hone their trial skills. Gideon’s Promise alumni who have completed their CORE 101 program are able to attend follow-up training, based on their needs.
View Event DetailsJun
05
Summer Law Clerk
Virtual
June 5 - June 7
This program is available to law students who have completed at least one year of law school and have shown an interest in pursuing a career in public defense. Participating students will be matched with a public defender in a Gideon’s Promise partner office for a summer, where they will gain valuable exposure to all aspects of effective public defense.
View Event DetailsJul
13
Summer Institute 2024
Atlanta, GA
July 13-July 27
Summer Institute is a two-week program that Gideon’s Promise offers to our growing public defender community. This annual program brings together public defenders from all over the country to sharpen their legal skills as they provide support to vulnerable populations. Summer Institute provides training to defenders who are in different stages of their careers.
View Event DetailsOct
22
A Night to Celebrate 2024
New York, NY
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Gideon’s Promise will host the 8th annual fundraiser, A Night to Celebrate in New York City! A Night to Celebrate is dedicated to honoring the incredible work of hundreds of public defenders across our nation. This celebration of our American Justice System heroes will be held at the Manhattan Penthouse in New York, and it promises to be an unforgettable celebration of America's finest legal minds.
View Event DetailsJul
26
Summer Session 2024
Atlanta, GA
July 26 -28
Gideon’s Promise Summer Session is a three-day training held annually in July. Summer Session gives us an opportunity for Gideon's Promise “Returners” and Alumni to continue to hone their trial skills. Summer Session provides current CORE 101 members who have completed their initial two-week training and are continuing to matriculate through the CORE 101 training (aka “Returners”) with ongoing training and support. Gideon’s Promise alumni who have completed their CORE 101 program are able to attend follow-up training, based on their needs.
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26
Leadership Summit 2024
Atlanta, GA
July 26 - July 28
Gideon’s Promise Leadership Summits are three-day trainings held in July and January of each year. Each Leadership Summit provides a forum for new and experienced Chiefs, Deputy Chiefs, and other key leadership committed to supporting a standard of client-centered representation to collaborate and share best practices.
View Event DetailsOct
09
Fall Promise Party 2024
Miller & Chevalier
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
The D.C. Fall Promise Party was created to support Gideon's Promise and its various training programs. Please join us in supporting Gideon's Promise as they continue their fight against mass incarceration, one of this generation's greatest civil and human rights challenges.
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24
Winter Institute 2025
Atlanta, GA
January 24-26, 2025
Gideon’s Promise Winter Institute is a three-day training held annually in January. In 2025 it will be held January 24-26. The Leadership Summit for new leaders will begin at 9am on Friday, January 24th. All other programming will begin that afternoon and go through Sunday afternoon . This session gives us an opportunity for Gideon's Promise “Returners” and Alumni to continue to hone their trial skills. Gideon’s Promise alumni who have completed their CORE 101 program are able to attend follow-up training, based on their needs.
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