Defenders connect clients to community services and supports from the beginning stages of the criminal justice process.
The Defender social service team understands the importance of ensuring that clients are viewed as a complete person rather than a case file.
Defender Social Workers focus on connecting clients with services at the front-end of the criminal justice system by developing individualized, community-based treatment plans to focus on a person’s underlying needs and challenges.
By meeting with clients at the earliest possible point in the case, we support and humanize our clients so that the criminal justice system makes high-stakes decisions about the person rather than the charges.
We provide timely referrals and connections to services, including:
For questions or additional information about community partnerships, please reach out to:
Since 1934, we have believed that poverty shouldn’t prevent access to justice. Everyone, regardless of income, deserves the highest quality legal counsel.
Keisha Hudson, the city’s chief defender, said Philadelphia received about $144,000 from the state’s new funding pool, which the office is looking into using for attorney training. She said she’s unaware of any chief defender in the state saying they received enough money to hire additional attorneys, and she plans to ask City Council for an additional $15 million for her office’s budget in the next fiscal year. ... See MoreSee Less
Nearly every county in Pennsylvania is short on public defenders, according to a new report
There are only 850 public defenders employed in a state that needs about 1,200, according to a new study from the University of Pennsylvania's law school.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Philly Defenders is proud to celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month, recognizing the rich history and significant achievements of the Jewish American community. ✨
We value our Jewish colleagues, clients, and communities, appreciating their strength, resilience, and vibrant culture. Let’s come together to promote justice, equity, and inclusion for everyone.
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Philly Defenders is proud to celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month, recognizing the rich history and significant achievements of the Jewish American community. ✨
#JAHM #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth #unityindiversity #Phillydefenders
Philadelphia’s clearing of homeless encampments signals a return to harsh and ineffective crime and drug policies. Our full statement on the city's Kensington "sweep" 👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾
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