2026 Power Act Event

HOSTED BY THE NORTHERN & SOUTHERN DISTRICTS OF NEW YORK

CO-SPONSORED BY THE DISTRICT OF COLORADO


WEDNESDAY, MAY 20, 2026

2:00 - 3 P.M. MOUNTAIN TIME

"2026 POWER ACT EVENT"

JUDGE LAURA TAYLOR SWAIN,
Chief Judge, U.S. District Court, District of
Southern New York

JENNIFER RAWLINGS, Esq.
Co-Director, Center for Indigenous Peoples Rights

WEBINAR ONLY


THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR THIS PROGRAM BUT
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!!

• This POWER Act session explores how attorneys entering pro bono work can support domestic violence victims and survivors within sovereign Tribal Nations. It examines the impact of domestic violence in Indigenous communities, including key statistics, warning signs, common obstacles to seeking help, and available resources for victims and their dependents.
  
  The program addresses the significant disparities in domestic violence rates in Indian Country, highlighting why incidents are disproportionately high and how gaps in research and data contribute to challenges in shaping effective policy and funding strategies. It also considers the historical, jurisdictional, and cultural barriers that reinforce these inequities.
   

  Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of relevant legal frameworks, including the Violence Against Women Act, 25 U.S.C. § 1304, and the Tribal Law and Order Act, 25 U.S.C. § 1302. The session also introduces the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) movement, an Indigenous-led national effort to raise awareness and drive change. 

  Finally, the program outlines practical strategies for attorneys to get involved in a meaningful yet limited capacity, equipping them to contribute effectively to this critical area of need. 

• 1 EDI/General Colorado CLE Credit requested