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Activist Lawyer

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Human Rights
Human Rights Law
Israel
Social Justice
Guantanamo Bay
International Law
LGBTQ+ Rights
Immigration Law
Human Rights Watch
Gaza
Criminal Justice System
Non-Binary Legal Recognition
Palestine
Ireland
Activism
Global Legal Action Network
Discrimination Law
United Kingdom
International Criminal Court
United Nations

The Activist Lawyer podcast offers a platform for lawyers to share their story and journey into law and activism. Guests will discuss the challenges and highlights of their work as well as important cases, opinions on legal and political matters and will offer advice and tips for anyone interested in pursuing a career in human rights law, public interest law or criminal justice. The Activist Lawye... more

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Latest Episodes

What happens when citizenship can be taken away? Why are immigration detainees still struggling to access quality legal advice? And has legal aid been 'strangled by reform'?

Host Sarah Henry sits down with Dr Ayesha Riaz to discuss her fascinating r... more

We revisit the archive of Activist Lawyer episodes with one of the UK's leading feminist lawyers and founder and director of Centre for Women's Justice - Harriet Wistrich.   We were reminded of the importance of Harriet's work after watching the ITV ... more

Sarah is joined by Sahar Francis, a Palestinian lawyer and human rights defender, to discuss Israel’s recently passed “Prisoners’ Execution Law” and its devastating impact on Palestinian political prisoners. With over 10,000 detainees- including 350 ... more

In today’s episode, Sarah is joined by activist Basira Paigham and legal officer, Ebrahim from ‘Rainbow Afghanistan.’ Learn more about the work of this impactful and vital organisation established to defend the rights, dignity and lives of members of... more

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Harriet Wistrich
Founder and Director, Centre for Women's Justice
Centre for Women's Justice
Episode: *Replay* Ep 132: Harriet Wistrich - Centre for Women's Justice
Sahar Francis
Palestinian lawyer and human rights defender
Adomir (Palestinian prisoner rights org)
Episode: Ep 131: The Fight for Palestinian Prisoners – with Sahar Francis
Basira Paigham
Founder of Rainbow Afghanistan
Rainbow Afghanistan
Episode: Ep 130: Rainbow Afghanistan – defending the rights and dignity of the LGBTQI+ community
Yousef Aljamal
Coordinator of American Friends Service Committee in Gaza, writer and editor
American Friends Service Committee (AFSC)
Episode: Ep 129: Writing is Resistance – with Dr Yousef Aljamal
Ifé Thompson
Barrister specializing in criminal defense, family law, and human rights
Nexus Chambers
Episode: Ep 128: Beyond the Courtroom: Law, Language and Liberation with Ifé Thompson
Jude Copeland
Solicitor advocate, legal technology specialist, LGBTQ rights activist
Cleaver Fulton Rankin (Belfast)
Episode: Ep 127: Replay – Episode with Jude Copeland (ep 48)
Jack Murphy
Solicitor at McIvor Farrell Solicitors (Belfast)
McIvor Farrell Solicitors
Episode: Ep 126: Challenging the System: Jack Murphy on Article 2 inquiries, Housing and Prisoner Rights
Roi Bachmutsky
Human rights attorney specializing in corporate accountability
Amnesty International
Episode: Ep 125: Corporate Criminal Liability in Conflict Settings – with Roi Bachmutsky, Amnesty International.
Joshua Colangelo Bryan
An International Human Rights Lawyer with Human Rights First
Human Rights First
Episode: Ep 124: Activist Lawyer Book Club information

Host

Sarah Henry
Host of activist law-focused discussions, with extensive experience interviewing lawyers and advocates in human rights, public-interest, and civil justice spaces.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • First class

    Love this podcast! Sarah is a brilliant host and the podcast welcomes some fantastic guests! Very informative and engaging!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PaulaD33
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Excellent!

    I love listening to this podcast! Very inspirational!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jessica21x
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Strong perspective on legal reform and activist approaches.
Thoughtful, informative conversations with impactful guests.
High-quality insights for anyone pursuing human rights work.
Hostasks challenging questions and centers guest expertise.

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#229
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Ep 128: Beyond the Courtroom: Law, Language and Liberation with Ifé Thompson
Q: What should aspiring lawyers know if they want to work in this space?
Find your tribe, seek sets and colleagues aligned with your values, and push for recruitment and training that center racial justice and community engagement rather than traditional, exclusive norms.
Ep 129: Writing is Resistance – with Dr Yousef Aljamal
Q: Can you share how Refaat Alareer influenced your approach to writing and teaching?
Refaat mentored a generation of Palestinian writers, emphasizing that everyone has a story worth telling and that writing can empower communities under occupation.
Ep 120: The Role of Law in Conflict: with international lawyer Eitan Diamond
Q: What advice do you have for somebody who would like to get involved in this work?
Eitan suggests that prospective activists need dedication and creativity to find opportunities, consider volunteering, and engage in wider discourse through publications to help distinguish themselves in the field.
Ep 120: The Role of Law in Conflict: with international lawyer Eitan Diamond
Q: Have recent restrictions impacted your work and what's the wider impact on the human rights community at large?
Eitan affirms that restrictions have significantly affected both Palestinian and Israeli human rights organizations, creating challenges for their operations and diminishing the space for civil society activism.
Ep 120: The Role of Law in Conflict: with international lawyer Eitan Diamond
Q: How is your work received in Israel, particularly by those who might disagree with what you're writing?
Eitan indicates that the reception is often antagonistic, as many in Israel oppose the narratives he and others present regarding human rights violations committed by the Israeli state.

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What is Activist Lawyer about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on lawyers who combine professional practice with activism, often discussing human rights, public interest law, and criminal justice reform. Episodes frequently feature practitioners and advocates who work on high-stakes cases, international law, and movement-building, including topics like prisoner rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and the law's role in social change. Notable strengths include deep dives into legal strategy, real-world impact, and practical guidance for aspiring human rights lawyers. The format likely appeals to listeners who want thoughtful, policy-minded conversations with a focus on justice, accountability, and systemic reform, as well as to potential guests who can contribute experiential, issue-driven insights f... more

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1. Harriet Wistrich
2. Sahar Francis
3. Basira Paigham
4. Yousef Aljamal
5. Ifé Thompson
6. Jude Copeland
7. Jack Murphy
8. Roi Bachmutsky

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