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Why Youth-Led Activism is What America Needs with Sarah Medina-Camiscoli

Written by Joe Stephens | Apr 17, 2025, 4:00:00 AM

Every industry is shaped by the generation that leads it. But in today’s legal landscape, how much space do the youth actually hold?

In this episode, Adrian Cea and Joe Stephens welcome Sarah Medina-Camiscoli, Assistant Professor at Rutgers Law School and founder of the Peer Defense Project, to explore the critical intersection of youth empowerment, legal education, and technological innovation. Backed by her rich experience, Sarah shares insights on making legal resources accessible to young advocates, developing youth-led movements for social change, and creating innovative tech solutions that bridge the justice gap.

Tune in for insights on an often overlooked kind of gatekeeping, and the ways the doors can and should be opened for progressive law.

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