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This issue features a round-up of #CleanAirNI’s first day in court, news of legal resistance to the Legacy Act, and the launch of our new PILS podcast mini-series!

All the latest PILS updates including our #CleanAirNI case getting its day in court, support for Conradh na Gaeilge and local environmental campaigners, and some podcast news…

This hybrid meeting, hosted by Dr. Gillian Kane of the Transitional Justice Institute, was filmed on Fri 23 June 2023 @ Ulster University.

The #NoGasCaverns message was heard loud and clear outside the High Court this morning📢

Great turnout for @SIslandmageenrg @foe_ni's photocall! Day #1 of the court hearing is now underway.https://t.co/PPK3sw22Qo pic.twitter.com/hmUyxqU9Sc

— The PILS Project (@PILSni) May 2, 2023

‘Stop the Boats’? It is time to ‘Stop Suella’s Bill’.🛑 pic.twitter.com/SvWvlmppSA

— The PILS Project (@PILSni) March 7, 2023

Engaging w/@UN might seen removed from the day-to-day work of a human rights activist… but it doesn't have to be!

As @alexadotm pointed out eloquently at today's @BillofRightsNI #ICESCR report launch, the mechanisms can reinforce the demands of people marching on the streets.

— The PILS Project (@PILSni) February 23, 2023

24 January is International Day of the Endangered Lawyer.

It’s a moment to reflect on the need to protect those who speak out, expose injustice and use the law to hold those in positions of power to account.

The time for talking is over – that's the message from Before The Flood. And it's the spirit of the Q&A session with @MariaMcCloskey @lauraneal1 @foe_ni @xr__ni

We're looking at solutions that are grassroots-led, justice-focused and realistic.#NIHRF2022 #ClimateJustice pic.twitter.com/7zCY99GO0R

— The PILS Project (@PILSni) December 9, 2022

Featuring PILS @ NIHRF 2022, a film screening on climate justice, and news of a vital Law Centre NI legal challenge that PILS are backing.

Organised by The PILS Project to celebrate UK Pro Bono Week 2022, this webinar looked at the developing area of rights-based climate litigation.

Thanks to our partners @PILSni for the financial assistance to enable us to take this important legal challenge forward for the benefit of our client and the wider public. https://t.co/blPAkkJRg1

— Law Centre NI (@LawCentreNI) November 15, 2022

Featuring the #NGOLegalGuides Belfast launch, reflections from the PILnet Forum and your invite to join our UK Pro Bono Week webinar.

📣Calling human rights NGOs📣

Our free breakfast event @TheMACBelfast is your chance to hear how other orgs have used legal tools in their own change-making work!#NGOLegalGuides

— The PILS Project (@PILSni) September 15, 2022

🎙️For any @qubschooloflaw students who are also interested in the world of podcasting🎙️

There's an opportunity to pitch content, record episodes, research and blog with @qublawpod this semester: https://t.co/ljO44tVfa6

— The PILS Project (@PILSni) September 13, 2022

Judicial review is our legal accountability and scrutiny tool. It needs to be protected, not watered down.

Featuring a tribute to Lorraine Cox, reaction to the Rights Removal Bill and PILS’ brand new website.

🛑"This legislation diminishes #HumanRights and weakens the ability for citizens to hold the state accountable for breaching human rights…".

A firm condemnation of the #RightsRemovalBill this morning from the @LawSociety_NI's Human Rights and Equality Group. https://t.co/g8aIR7Rvdc

— The PILS Project (@PILSni) August 3, 2022

Episode 25 in the Activist Lawyer podcast series – featuring The PILS Project – is out now!

During his online conversation with PILS at Feile 2021, renowned US public interest lawyer Bryan Stevenson spoke about how communities that have been marginalised and discriminated against are finding their voices.

Seeking to build on the momentum generated in our UK Pro Bono Week webinar, PILS organised The Truth about Pro Bono on 12 November.

The Law Society of Northern Ireland, the professional body for the solicitor profession, is urging the new Executive to ensure Access to Justice is a priority after the 5 May elections.

As part of Féile 2021, The PILS Project welcomed renowned US public interest lawyer Bryan Stevenson (virtually) to Belfast for a one-off evening of conversation about the law as a tool for change.

Missed the live event? Catch up with the exclusive Q&A session where Bryan shared personal reflections on everything from the vital ingredients of justice in 2021, to dealing with the past, and what leaders in Northern Ireland can do to ensure positive peace.