Discovering Justice

Discovering Justice

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Discovering Justice envisions a society in which everyone is well-equipped with the knowledge, skills, and desire to build and sustain an equitable democracy.

We bring students and communities together to examine the workings of the justice system, explore the ideals of justice, and prepare them to engage in our democracy.

Explore the Moakley Federal Courthouse through Discovering Justice's Virtual Tour

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Read Discovering Justice’s statement in response to the movement fighting racial injustice across America.

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With the support of volunteers and supporters, we are building the capacity to bring our civic education programs to students all across the Commonwealth. Join us to participate, financially support, and/or volunteer with one of our programs

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At Discovering Justice

Our in-school, out-of-school, and in-Courthouse programs bring innovative programs and timely issues to students from Grades K-12. See how we help students examine the workings of the justice system, explore the ideals of justice, and prepare them to engage in our democracy.

Children Discovering Justice Curriculum / Grades K-2

Topics Program / Grades 6-12

In-School Mock Trial Mini Units Grades / 1-5

Mock Trial & Mock Appellate After School / Grades 6-8

Moakley Courthouse Field Trips / Grades K-8

Moakley Courthouse Tours / The Public and Students K-12

Students’ Voices

I am determined to become a strong leader and know that it is my responsibility to stand up when I see injustice.

Third grader, Sapna, is already realizing the power of her own voice—determined to be a good leader and speak up for what she knows is right. Guided by her teachers and the lessons she's learned through Discovering Justice, Sapna continues to value kindness, respect, responsibility, and inclusivity, and serves as a model in her school and her community.

/ Sapna

I will continue to uplift my community and create safe environments for upcoming students who wish to pursue social justice.

A sophomore at Boston Latin School, Vivian was inspired by her experience with Discovering Justice's Mock Trial program. She went on to complete two internships—one at the Suffolk Superior Courthouse and another for District Attorney, Rachael Rollins, who she met at An Evening of Mock Trials event in 2018. Vivian plans to major in law and pursue a career as a lawyer with the hopes of eventually becoming a judge, or even a Supreme Court Justice.

/ Vivian

Discovering Justice meets students where they’re at and helps lift them up, and I think that’s invaluable.

As a middle school student in 2009, Jamal participated in our Mock Appellate program and credits Discovering Justice with helping him develop the critical thinking and analytical skills that have led him to succeed. He's gone on to establish the NET Mentoring Group, a nonprofit focused on closing the STEM achievement and opportunity gap by supporting young women and minorities. He's looking forward to earning his Master in Public Policy at the Harvard Kennedy School. He is currently earning his Masters degree in public policy at the Harvard Kennedy School.

/ Jamal Grant

Discovering Justice instills confidence in kids and helps them learn valuable skills like public speaking and conflict resolution.

An ambassador for Capital One cafe, Hervens has been volunteering with Boston area non-profits for 10 years. Originally from Port Au Prince, Haiti, Hervens is a first-generation college graduate. In facilitating mock trial field trips for Discovering Justice, he's enjoyed having the opportunity to empower students by guiding them through the process of presenting a case and helping them to improve their public speaking skills.

/ Hervens JeanBaptiste

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