Civic & Cultural
Project BlackBench & Know Your Rights
Legal education preparing young people for leadership and careers in law and government.
All programs
Project BlackBench provides a roadmap for aspiring legal professionals — outlining the steps and requirements to work in law and government — while Know Your Rights equips youth and families to navigate the justice system with confidence.
Program highlights
- Pathways into law and public service
- Know-your-rights workshops
- Mentorship from legal professionals
Join us on the court and in the reading circle.
Volunteer an afternoon, sponsor a clinic, or pass this page along — it all reaches kids and families across New York City, Long Island, Westchester, and Newark.