Courts and Civility Program

Courts and Civility

The rule of law and the independence of the judiciary are being debated everywhere today. These principles are fundamental to the strength of our democracy. To meet the moment, United States District Judges Beth Bloom and Robin Rosenberg developed Courts and Civility, an adult-focused program that (1) INFORMS the public about the rule of law and what courts do; and (2) PROMOTES the need for civility and respect for the rule of law and the judiciary.

Courts and Civility is a pre-packaged and easily adaptable program that includes a PowerPoint and interactive handouts that judges, lawyers, and other leaders can use to educate the public about the courts and the need for civility.

Overview

Courts and Civility begins by informing the public how our government works. The program explains how the rule of law protects fundamental rights, ensures equal treatment under the law, and provides access to justice.

Next, the program discusses judicial independence. It explains what judges do and why an independent judiciary is necessary to the rule of law.

The program promotes the need for civility—the idea of claiming and caring for one’s identity, needs, and beliefs without degrading someone else’s in the process—and respect for the rule of law and the judiciary. Civility is fundamental to applying the law to everyone equally.

Webinar: Courts and Civility – Understanding the Rule of Law and Judicial Independence

- Featuring United States District Judges Beth Bloom and Robin Rosenberg
- View Recording

Courts and Civility Program Description

Courts and Civility PowerPoint

Courts and Civility Handout