Empowering Voices: Why Young People and Women Deserve Effective and Affordable Legal Representation

In today’s world, young people and women often face unique challenges when it comes to navigating the legal system. Many of these challenges are rooted in societal inequalities, lack of access to proper legal representation, and financial barriers that prevent them from receiving justice. At the CENTER FOR LEGAL AID SUPPORT SERVICES (CLASS), we understand that these barriers often leave the most vulnerable without a voice, and we are committed to changing that narrative.

Young people, especially those from marginalized communities, often find themselves entangled in legal issues they barely understand—from disputes over property and labor to more severe cases like human trafficking and domestic violence. For women, the stakes can be even higher, with many facing legal battles that relate to family law, inheritance, or workplace discrimination, while also dealing with the societal expectations that often silence their pursuit of justice. This is where effective, affordable, and compassionate legal representation becomes crucial.

At CLASS, our goal is to ensure that young people and women are not left to fend for themselves in these difficult circumstances. We believe that everyone deserves access to quality legal aid, regardless of their financial situation. We work tirelessly to provide public legal education, equipping individuals with the knowledge they need to navigate the legal system confidently. Through our conflict resolution and courtroom representation services, we aim to restore dignity, empower voices, and ensure that justice is not a privilege for the few but a right for all.

The future we envision at CLASS is one where no young person or woman is denied justice due to their gender, age, or financial status. We strive for a society where everyone’s rights are protected, and legal representation is not only affordable but effective in achieving true justice. We call on the community to stand with us in this mission, to support young people and women in their quest for fairness, and to be part of building a more just and equal society. At CLASS, we are here to guide, to support, and to fight for the justice they deserve.

Liberia Human Rights Lawyer wants equal justice for all Liberians amidst growing injustices in the country

Veteran Liberian Human Rights lawyer, Cllr. Tiawan Saye Gongloe has underscored the significance of Legal Aid in the country.

Delivering his keynote address at the Third National Legal Aid Conference organized by the Center for Legal Aid Support Services recently held at the Carina Hotel in Sinkor, Cllr. Gongloe stated that many nations face complex socio-economic challenges that affect access to justice.

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CLASS completes Legislative Engagement on Law-making Process with Key Actors

The Center for Legal Aid Support Services (CLASS) conducted a two days Consultation Workshop with Media Institutions and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) on Legislative engagement on law-making process.

The Consultation Workshop was part of a process to mobilize experiences, expertise, influences from National actors like Media Practitioners and the Civil Society Organizations.

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Celebrating International Day of Peace 2024: CLASS Champions Justice and Dignity

On September 21, 2024, the Center for Legal Aid Support Services (CLASS) celebrated the International Day of Peace by reaffirming its commitment to justice and human dignity. Through community dialogues, workshops, and advocacy, CLASS highlighted the critical role of legal aid in fostering lasting peace. This celebration underscored CLASS’s mission to combat human trafficking, child labor, and other human rights violations, reminding us that peace is built on the foundation of justice and equality. Read more about how CLASS is driving change for a more just and peaceful Liberia.

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