Summer Institute 2025
Get ready for Summer Institute 2025! Our annual training conference will be held from July 12th to July 26th, 2025, in Atlanta, GA. Summer Institute brings together public defenders from all over the country to sharpen their legal skills so they can provide support to vulnerable populations. Summer Institute provides training to defenders who are in different stages of their careers!
Please keep in mind that Summer Institute is ONLY available for current class members, not for the general public. If you are a leader who is interested in having your office become part of the Gideon’s Promise community, please reach out to [email protected] for more information.

Protecting This Promise
You don't have to be a public defender to protect the promise of zealous counsel for all. Your monthly contribution--no matter the amount--will directly impact the fate of a defendant who didn't know they needed you.