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Bryan Stevenson (born November 14, 1959) is an American lawyer, social justice activist, law professor at New York University School of Law, and the founder and executive director of the Equal Justice Initiative.
Bryan Stevenson is a public interest lawyer who has fought for the rights of the poor, the incarcerated, and the condemned. He is the author of Just Mercy, a bestselling book and a feature film, and the creator of the Legacy Museum and the National Memorial for Peace and Justice.
Jun 23, 2024 · Bryan Stevenson (born November 14, 1959, Milton, Delaware, U.S.) is an American lawyer, professor, author, and activist who works to bring legal representation to poor, juvenile, mentally ill, and minority prisoners in the South.
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Bryan Stevenson is the founder and executive director of the Equal Justice Initiative. A widely acclaimed public interest lawyer who has dedicated his career to helping the poor, the incarcerated, and the condemned, he has won numerous awards, including the prestigious MacArthur Foundation “Genius” Prize and the ACLU’s National Medal of ...
EJI is a nonprofit organization that provides legal representation, advocacy, and education to challenge racial and economic injustice in the US criminal justice system. Founded by Bryan Stevenson, a public interest lawyer and author of Just Mercy, EJI also operates the Legacy Museum and the National Memorial for Peace and Justice.
Mar 5, 2012 · In an engaging and personal talk -- with cameo appearances from his grandmother and Rosa Parks -- human rights lawyer Bryan Stevenson shares some hard truths about America's justice...
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Human rights lawyer Bryan Stevenson exposes the racial bias and inhumanity of America's justice system in this powerful talk. He shares his personal stories, insights and solutions to address the massive imbalance and injustice that affects millions of people.
