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Law for Black Lives is bringing its Power Building Tour to Chicago for three days of programming from September 1-3.

The tour brings together movement lawyers, legal workers, law students, and organizers to build relationships and explore how movement-aligned legal infrastructure can better support local organizers and organizations working toward justice and liberation.

Each evening will provide an opportunity for participants to connect, exchange ideas, and envision ways the legal community can strengthen and sustain movement-based work in Chicago and beyond.

All events are free to attend and will include light bites and refreshments.

CCL members and others interested are invited to participate. Learn more and register: community.law4blacklives.org

The Power Building Tour is organized by Law for Black Lives.

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