The Pro Bono Legal Community as a Crucial Shield for Civil Society| PILnet
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It’s not something any of us like to dwell on, but while confronting mortality can be difficult, no one wants to leave their loved ones with unnecessary financial or bureaucratic burdens. Advance planning can provide peace of mind for those near the end of life, but unfortunately, seniors with limited financial means are often unable to access legal services to prepare the documents needed. PILnet partnered with a Hong Kong based organization to provide pro bono legal services for low incom...| PILnet
The MARIO project hosted its final central training in Budapest, equipping the last batch of grassroots Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) across the European Union with the tools to champion minority rights and amplify underrepresented voices in their local, national, and EU contexts.| PILnet
For most travelers, an airline ticket is a guarantee of movement. But for stateless people, refugees, and asylum seekers in Europe, that ticket is often worthless. Airlines, fearing fines from immigration authorities, sometimes deny boarding to travelers with documents the airline doesn’t understand, even when the travelers have the legal right to enter the destination country. This practice turns commercial carriers into unofficial border guards, needlessly restricting mobility and cutting...| PILnet
At the heart of PILnet’s mission is the confidence that the law is a powerful tool for social change. By connecting NGOs with experienced pro bono lawyers through its global clearinghouse, we ensure that critical legal needs are met with expertise and compassion. One recent success story of a quick turnaround of pro bono assistance is the collaboration between the European Disability Forum (EDF) and DLA Piper, facilitated by us, which resulted in the Enforcement Toolkit.| PILnet