Crime Victims Advocacy Program Fellowship Grant

The Crime Victims Advocacy Program Fellowship, offered by Equal Justice Works, connects legal professionals with survivors of crime in underserved communities. This program provides Attorney Fellows with salaries and Student Fellows with stipends to support legal aid initiatives. Participants gain valuable experience through mentorship and training, addressing the complex legal challenges faced by victims. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, encouraging early submission to maximize impact.

NOTE: Applications for Attorney Fellows will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged.
Victimization can create a myriad of civil legal problems and intensify pre-existing challenges faced by victims and their families. Without legal representation, these complex legal issues can be overwhelming for victims of crime to navigate alone.
The Equal Justice Works Crime Victims Advocacy Program (CVAP) is mobilizing lawyers (Attorney Fellows) and law students (Student Fellows) to increase access to legal aid for survivors of crime, especially in low-income and underserved communities.
Program Overview & Benefits
Attorney Fellows earn a salary over the course of their two-year Fellowship term Student Fellows receive a $7,000 stipend upon completion of 300 hours of service (eight to ten-week term) During the summer, Student Fellows help support the work of the Attorney Fellow(s) at their host organization Receive trainings, technical assistance, and mentorship throughout the program.

Eligibility

Attorney Fellows are public interest lawyers working on-the-ground providing free civil legal aid to low-income survivors of crime. These Fellows must be licensed to practice law or have taken a bar exam (to be determined by the host organization)Student Fellows are current law students working alongside them to provide support and build legal skills outside the classroom.Project descriptions and application requirements vary by opportunity.To apply, select a host organization, review the requirements, and tailor your application accordingly.