Events
At the Hawthorne Law and Public Policy Institute, we host a wide array of events aimed at advancing legal and public policy research, fostering dialogue, and providing opportunities for engagement within the legal and policy community. Our events range from academic conferences and workshops to public policy roundtables and webinars. Here, you can find information on our upcoming events as well as an archive of past events.
Upcoming Events
International Trade Law and Policy Roundtable
Date: April 24, 2026
Location: Virtual Event
Description: This roundtable brings together legal practitioners, policymakers, and scholars to explore the evolving landscape of international trade law. The session will address regulatory developments, trade agreements, and dispute resolution mechanisms shaping global commerce.
Human Rights Advocacy and International Justice Workshop
Date: May 20, 2026
Location: Virtual Event
Description: This one-day workshop focuses on strengthening advocacy strategies in the field of international human rights and justice. Participants will engage in interactive sessions, case studies, and policy discussions led by experienced practitioners.
Civil Rights Litigation and Policy Reform Workshop
Date: June 21–22, 2026
Location: Washington, D.C.
Description: An intensive, two-day workshop focused on advancing civil rights through litigation and policy reform. Participants will engage in case-based discussions, advocacy simulations, and strategy sessions led by leading civil rights attorneys and policy experts.
Past Event Archive
International Law and Human Rights Roundtable
Date: June 12, 2025
Location: Virtual (Live Stream)
Description: A virtual roundtable discussion focusing on emerging challenges in international human rights law. Experts will examine the role of international organizations in protecting human rights in conflict zones.
Workshop on Environmental Law and Policy
Date: June 28, 2025
Location: Washington, D.C.
Description: A hands-on workshop where participants will explore current environmental laws and policy frameworks. Topics will include climate change legislation, environmental justice, and corporate accountability.
Public Policy Advocacy Training for Legal Professionals
Date: July 10, 2025
Location: New York, NY
Description: This training program will focus on advocacy strategies for legal professionals looking to influence public policy. Attendees will develop practical skills in drafting policy proposals and lobbying for change.
Judicial Reform and Transparency Webinar
Date: July 25, 2025
Location: Virtual (Live Stream)
Description: Join us for an interactive webinar on the challenges of judicial reform and improving transparency within legal systems globally. Experts will discuss case studies and recommend strategies for reform.
Annual Law and Public Policy Symposium
Date: August 14-15, 2025
Location: San Francisco, CA
Description: This symposium will bring together legal professionals, policymakers, and scholars to discuss the most pressing issues in public policy, including criminal justice reform, healthcare access, and economic inequality.
Social Justice and Advocacy Training
Date: September 5, 2025
Location: Chicago, IL
Description: A day-long training session aimed at equipping legal advocates with the skills necessary to engage in social justice initiatives, including litigation support, public education campaigns, and grassroots organizing.
Commercial Space Launch Regulation and Liability Roundtable
Date: February 7, 2025
Location: Seattle, WA
Description: A policy roundtable on legal challenges in the commercial launch sector. Participants examined liability frameworks, insurance standards, and cross-border regulatory alignment in the New Space era.
Conference on International Space Law and Emerging Global Norms
Date: November 15, 2024
Location: Washington, D.C.
Description: A global forum exploring the impact of the 2019 UNCOPUOS guidelines on international space law. Discussions focused on treaty modernization, peaceful uses of space, and building a global legal framework for outer space.
Judicial Transparency and Reform Webinar
Date: September 18, 2024
Location: Virtual
Description: A webinar focused on judicial reforms aimed at improving transparency, accountability, and access to justice in legal systems worldwide.
International Trade and Tax Policy Roundtable
Date: August 22, 2024
Location: Washington, D.C.
Description: A roundtable discussion on the intersection of international trade agreements, tax policy, and global economic stability.