Racial Justice Conference 2025
Join us for the sixth annual Racial Justice Conference (“RJC”), as we return to Montgomery, Alabama, one of the historic homes of the Civil Rights Movement. The National Association for Public Defense (NAPD) is proud to host this immersive and transformative conference, designed to enhance your understanding of racial justice and your ability to fight for it in your work as a public defense professional.
Featuring highly respected faculty from across the nation, the Racial Justice Conference is an unparalleled opportunity to explore three key areas that impact our pursuit of justice for clients of color. First, we will examine how we, as individuals, approach race, and how we can work to overcome our own biases and preconceptions. Second, we will explore how public defender offices address race in their workplaces, and how we can create policies and practices that promote racial equity and fairness. Finally, we will delve into effective strategies for challenging racial bias and discrimination wherever we encounter it.
Through a range of educational opportunities, you will gain the tools and insights needed to be a more effective advocate for racial justice in your work as a public defense professional. You will also have the opportunity to connect with colleagues from across the country who share your commitment to advancing the cause of justice for all.
The conference includes visits to the The Legacy Museum , The National Memorial for Peace and Justice, and the new Freedom Monument Sculpture Park
This year we will host our first ever fundraiser and awards dinner at RJC 2025! Tickets and tables will be available for purchase. More details to come!
We hope to see you at RJC! See last year’s program of the schedule and speakers to get a sample of our amazing RJC programming.
COST
Pricing before August 15, 2025 $650 NAPD Members, $800 Non Members
Pricing August 16 and beyond $750 NAPD Members, $900 Non Members
Please note that meals are not provided. There will be beverages and snacks during conference breaks.
REGISTRATION
October 7, 2025 is the registration deadline. Don’t miss this opportunity,
Need help with this registration process? Watch this video.
Be sure to review NAPD’s Event Policies to learn more about our attendance and cancellation policies.
CONVINCE YOUR BOSS & SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Sometimes you need just a little help to convince your office to approve you joining us. Check out our Convince Your Boss Resources for a sample letter and other information. Check back in May for more details about scholarships
ROOM BLOCK
The room block is at Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa at the Convention Center for $107 per night plus tax and fees. We have a limited number of rooms, book early to make sure you get the rate. We have a limited number of rooms, book early to make sure you get the rate.
SPONSORSHIP & DONATION OPPORTUNITIES
Interested in being a Sponsor? See our Sponsorship Brochure for more information..
Would you like to donate to our RJC scholarships? Donate to support scholarships for this conference here. Leave a comment, “RJC,” to apply it to this conference.
MORE QUESTIONS
We will be happy to assist you! Contact us here with your inquiry.