Over 40 million Americans depend on SNAP each month to put food on the table. But beginning this November, amidst the second-largest government shutdown in U.S. history, millions of families will see their food assistance halted. If you, or anyone you know needs food assistance, please use this guide to locate food distribution centers and other community resources in the Greater Houston Area. No one should have to face an empty table alone.
Read morePrison Banned Books Week: Defending the Right to Read Behind Bars
Each year, Prison Banned Books Week brings attention to a pervasive yet often overlooked form of censorship—the systematic restriction of reading materials in prisons and jails across the United States. This year’s campaign (October 19-25, 2025) is just coming to an end, but the efforts to bring prison censorship to light continue every day, as dedicated activists, advocates, and volunteers work to reduce barriers to information access behind bars.
Read moreCelebrating National Pro Bono Week: Supporting Communities and Bridging the Justice Gap
Every October, legal professionals across the United States come together to celebrate National Pro Bono Week, a time to honor the extraordinary contributions of volunteer attorneys and to encourage continued engagement in pro bono service. Organized by the American Bar Association, this year’s celebration runs from October 19–25, 2025, uniting lawyers, advocates, and community partners nationwide under the shared mission of expanding access to justice through free legal assistance.
Read moreIt’s Not Just the Law-It’s Your Life:
When most people hear “law,” they imagine courtroom dramas or criminal trials. The truth is, legal issues impact our daily lives much more than we realize—especially civil law. From leases to medical bills, knowing basic legal terms can protect your rights, help you make informed decisions, and prevent costly mistakes.
Read moreDigital Discoveries: Freedom for All
Digital Discovery: Freedom for All: An Attorney’s Guide to Fighting Human Trafficking — Kelly Hyland, who co-authored the first edition of this title in 2016 with Kavitha Sreeharsha, partnered with the American Bar Association Book Publishing division to release a second edition in 2023. With this latest iteration, Hyland and the ABA seek to “encourage more attorneys to engage in anti-trafficking work.”
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