Defender FY 2025 Budget Testimony

Posted on April 17, 2024April 18, 2024 by GJackson@philadefender.org

FY 2025 Budget Request: More resources to support Philly's Youth!

On April 16, 2024, Chief Defender Keisha Hudson & Deputy Defender Sarah Allen testified before City Council about our request for a $15 million budget increase in FY 2025.

These funds would largely be dedicated to hiring more attorneys and social workers for our child and youth clients, as well as salary increases to bring our attorneys to parity with other city agencies.

Read the full budget testimony here

Download budget request slides

Philly Defenders is proud to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month, honoring the rich heritage and contributions of the Asian American and Pacific Islander community. ✨
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We stand with our AAPI colleagues, clients, and communities, acknowledging their strength, resilience, and vibrant culture. Let’s work together to promote justice, equity, and inclusion for all.
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#AAPIHeritageMonth #UnityInDiversity #PhillyDefenders

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Philly Defenders is proud to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month, honoring the rich heritage and contributions of the Asian American and Pacific Islander community. ✨
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We stand with our AAPI colleagues, clients, and communities, acknowledging their strength, resilience, and vibrant culture. Let’s work together to promote justice, equity, and inclusion for all.
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#AAPIHeritageMonth #UnityInDiversity #PhillyDefenders

Our DEI Coordinator, Christina Tavares, recently spoke to @the_napd advocates about the importance of DEI programs! Learn about her journey and why she’s dedicated to building a more inclusive and equitable future for all. #DEI #PhillyDefenders #SupportPhillyDefenders #FundDefenders

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Our DEI Coordinator, Christina Tavares, recently spoke to @the_napd advocates about the importance of DEI programs! Learn about her journey and why she’s dedicated to building a more inclusive and equitable future for all. #DEI #PhillyDefenders #SupportPhillyDefenders #FundDefenders

Happy Bring Your Child to Work Day! We had a fun and educational day planned for the children of the #phillydefenders team. They got a behind-the-scenes look at our work and learned how we make a difference in the community.✨
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#BYCTWD2024 #CommunityEngagement #FamilyFirst #babydefenders

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Happy Bring Your Child to Work Day! We had a fun and educational day planned for the children of the #phillydefenders team. They got a behind-the-scenes look at our work and learned how we make a difference in the community.✨
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#BYCTWD2024 #CommunityEngagement #FamilyFirst #babydefenders

Celebrating Our Admin Team! 🥐
Today we gathered for a special breakfast to thank our amazing administrative staff for all their hard work. 🥞 Let’s keep showing our appreciation every day!
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#AdminAppreciation #BreakfastTogether #administrativeprofessionalsday #supportPhillydefenders

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Celebrating Our Admin Team! 🥐
Today we gathered for a special breakfast to thank our amazing administrative staff for all their hard work. 🥞 Let’s keep showing our appreciation every day!
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#AdminAppreciation #BreakfastTogether #administrativeprofessionalsday #supportPhillydefenders

If we want a fair justice system in Philly, we need a proper balance of resources. That’s why we’re fighting for equal starting salaries for #phillydefenders attorneys. 🔗in bio to learn more about the client services we want to fund in our FY25 budget request.💰
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#fundphillydefenders #phillydefenders #philly #phillyattorneys #equality #attorneys #equalpay

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If we want a fair justice system in Philly, we need a proper balance of resources. That’s why we’re fighting for equal starting salaries for #phillydefenders attorneys. 🔗in bio to learn more about the client services we want to fund in our FY25 budget request.💰
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#fundphillydefenders #phillydefenders #philly #phillyattorneys #equality #attorneys #equalpay

On April 16, 2024, #phillydefenders @khudson_phillydefender & Sarah Allen testified before @phlcouncil about our request for a $15 million budget increase, which would mainly be used to hire more attorneys and social workers for our child and youth clients. ===========================
🔗 in bio for full written testimony #fundphillydefenders #thedefenseneverrests
#budgetseason

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On April 16, 2024, #phillydefenders @khudson_phillydefender & Sarah Allen testified before @phlcouncil about our request for a $15 million budget increase, which would mainly be used to hire more attorneys and social workers for our child and youth clients. ===========================
🔗 in bio for full written testimony #fundphillydefenders #thedefenseneverrests
#budgetseason

April is #2ndchancemonth, but #phillydefenders works 365 days a year to ensure our clients get every chance to build a better future for themselves and their families!

Link in bio to learn about our adult & youth #expungement services and #probation termination

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April is #2ndchancemonth, but #phillydefenders works 365 days a year to ensure our clients get every chance to build a better future for themselves and their families!

Link in bio to learn about our adult & youth #expungement services and #probation termination

We’re still buzzing about the blast we had at the #Defender90 #gala at the @constitutionctr! It’s too hard to capture in one post, so stay tuned for more highlights!
#ohillydefenders

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We’re still buzzing about the blast we had at the #Defender90 #gala at the @constitutionctr! It’s too hard to capture in one post, so stay tuned for more highlights!
#ohillydefenders

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Are you (or do you know) a #Philly #highschool student looking for a PAID summer internship? Check out this opportunity with our Jr. Defender Program! @ysrpinphilly @juvlaw1974 @bpda_justice @yeahphilly @yasp2

2024 Junior Defender Internships

Will you be 18 by June 10? Do you want to learn about our criminal legal system? Apply to our Junior Defender Internship Program!

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Are you (or do you know) a Philly #highschool student looking for a PAID #internship? Check out this opportunity with our Junior Defenders program!

2024 Junior Defender Internships

Will you be 18 by June 10? Do you want to learn about our criminal legal system? Apply to our Junior Defender Internship Program!

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FY 2025 Budget Request: More resources to support Philly's Youth!

Video: Defender Association Budget Testimony

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