NAPD Rise. Resist. Represent. Virtual Conference

Join thousands of public defense professionals from across the nation for the 5th Annual Rise. Resist. Represent. Virtual Conference—a landmark event dedicated to empowering, inspiring, and equipping public defenders to confront the challenges of our time. This year’s conference promises an unparalleled experience with cutting-edge sessions, impactful discussions, and meaningful connections.

Why Attend?

A Conference Built for You

This conference unites attorneys, investigators, social workers, administrative professionals, and more. Whether you’re advocating in court, supporting clients behind the scenes, or championing systemic reform, you’ll find sessions tailored to your unique role and goals.

Expanding Professional Horizons

In recognition of the professional growth opportunities this conference provides, we’re applying for Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credit in the states listed below  allowing you to fulfill your CLE requirements while gaining skills and insights that directly impact your work. CLE tickets are an additional $100 each (no bulk discount) to cover the application and administrative costs.  15-20 of the sessions will be CLE eligible for up to 7.5 hours of CLE to claim for the conference.

Applications Pending in AZ, CA, CO, GA, IL, IN, MN, MO, NM, NY, OH, TX, VA, WA, WI

See the list of sessions with CLE applications submitted.

Five Years of Growth and Impact

Since its inception, the Rise. Resist. Represent. conference has brought together thousands of public defenders each year. Over the past five years, it has become a cornerstone event for advancing justice, sparking innovation, and building a community dedicated to public defense.

Accessible and Flexible Learning

We understand the demands of your work, so we’ve designed the conference to fit your schedule. Almost all sessions will be recorded and available on demand, giving you the flexibility to participate live or catch up later.

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