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De Novo Center for Justice and Healing
Legal Services
Cambridge, Massachusetts 745 followers
Free civil legal assistance and affordable psychological counseling for people with low incomes.
About us
*Please note that we do not accept requests for legal assistance or counseling appointments through this page. Please contact our Intake and Referral Line at (617) 661-1010 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.* De Novo provides free civil legal assistance and affordable psychological counseling to low-income people. Our services combat the effects of poverty and violence by helping clients and their children meet basic human needs for safety, income, health and housing. De Novo draws on the expertise of 140 dedicated volunteer attorneys, clinical social workers, psychologists, paralegals, interpreters, student interns, and other professionals to provide cost-effective services that serve our community’s most vulnerable members. We provide legal help in the areas of housing/homelessness prevention, child custody and domestic violence, immigrant and refugee rights, and disability benefits, as well as a full range of mental health and case management services to help clients cope with the emotional impact of trauma. Our holistic model of care means clients not only receive effective legal assistance, but also supportive therapy to help them navigate the enormous struggles they face. Learn more at denovo.org.
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http://www.denovo.org
External link for De Novo Center for Justice and Healing
- Industry
- Legal Services
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Cambridge, Massachusetts
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1970
- Specialties
- Refugee & Immigrant Support, Psychotherapy, Housing Law, Family Law, Domestic Violence, Asylum, Disability Benefits, Mental Health, Torture Treatment, Civil Legal Aid, and Immigration Law
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47 Thorndike Street
Cambridge, Massachusetts 02141, US
Employees at De Novo Center for Justice and Healing
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De Novo Center for Justice and Healing reposted this
Although March has come to a close, we're thrilled to once again shine a spotlight on the remarkable De Novo Center for Justice and Healing! Before we introduce our April spotlight organization next week, let's revisit the incredible pro bono opportunities at De Novo! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/guu28pEq
✨March spotlight organization incoming!✨ For our Mass Pro Bono March spotlight, we are highlighting pro bono opportunities with the De Novo Center for Justice and Healing! De Novo provides legal help in the areas of housing and homelessness prevention, family law/domestic violence, immigration law, and disability benefits, as well as a full range of mental health services and case management to help clients cope with the emotional impact of trauma. De Novo has a range of pro bono cases available, from very basic to complex. Volunteers may handle all or part of a case, depending on their availability, expertise, and interests. At De Novo’s monthly immigration clinic and family law clinic, volunteer attorneys provide brief advice, screen for legal needs, and refer to additional legal resources. De Novo provides training, ongoing supervision, opportunities to collaborate with De Novo’s counseling team and liability insurance to all volunteers. 🔗 https://www.denovo.org ⚖️ #ProBono #AccessToJustice
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Join De Novo and other members of the Cambridge Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) for Coffee with a Cause: Conversations for Sexual Violence Awareness on April 22nd, from 11:30am-1:30pm at Dado Tea, and on April 25th, from 5:00pm-7:00pm at Lovestruck Books. Patrons will have the opportunity to learn more about support services and what community members can do to support survivors and end violence. The SART is comprised of local community organizations and law enforcement members who collaborate to spread awareness about sexual violence and improve the services a survivor receives after an assault. Pictured on the second slide are representatives from Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers, Victim Rights Law Center, and the Disabled Person's Protection Commission, in addition to De Novo, at Mariposa Bakery in Cambridge on April 17th.
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De Novo Center for Justice and Healing reposted this
Although March has come to a close, we're thrilled to once again shine a spotlight on the remarkable De Novo Center for Justice and Healing! Before we introduce our April spotlight organization next week, let's revisit the incredible pro bono opportunities at De Novo! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/guu28pEq
✨March spotlight organization incoming!✨ For our Mass Pro Bono March spotlight, we are highlighting pro bono opportunities with the De Novo Center for Justice and Healing! De Novo provides legal help in the areas of housing and homelessness prevention, family law/domestic violence, immigration law, and disability benefits, as well as a full range of mental health services and case management to help clients cope with the emotional impact of trauma. De Novo has a range of pro bono cases available, from very basic to complex. Volunteers may handle all or part of a case, depending on their availability, expertise, and interests. At De Novo’s monthly immigration clinic and family law clinic, volunteer attorneys provide brief advice, screen for legal needs, and refer to additional legal resources. De Novo provides training, ongoing supervision, opportunities to collaborate with De Novo’s counseling team and liability insurance to all volunteers. 🔗 https://www.denovo.org ⚖️ #ProBono #AccessToJustice
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Join De Novo executive director Mojdeh Rohani on March 13th for a powerful discussion on gender equality, economic empowerment, and women's health and well-being through a social work lens. The event is free, but you must register: https://lnkd.in/etZyZhdv
Associate Professor and Interim Director DSW Program in Human Rights Leadership, Monmouth University School of Social Work, International Federation of Social Workers Representative to the UN
We are happy to invite you to our International Federation of Social Workers parallel event, part of the 69th Session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women, "Social Work Perspective on Advancing Gender Equality and Empowering Women”. This event will highlight the role of social work in addressing gender- based violence during conflict, advancing women’s economic empowerment through the care economy, and women’s health and well-being via Mana Wahine. We hope you can join us. Please share this invitation with your networks! Mojdeh Rohani Sona Arakelyan Halaevalu Vakalahi Robin Mama Evelyn P. Tomaszewski Sophia Caporusso Olivia Ababio International Federation of Social Workers NASW-NJ (National Association of Social Workers- NJ Chapter) NASW-AL Chapter National Association of Social Workers, California Chapter (NASW-CA) NASW NASW New York NASW MS Chapter Johnnie Hamilton-Mason Dr. Tawanda Hubbard Anita Thomas Caroline Holtz, MSW, LSW Caroline L. Muster, MSW, LCSW-QS Mary Holtz, MSW Vanessa Bransburg Global Social Service Workforce Alliance National Association of Social Workers Monmouth University Priska Fleischlin Rory Truell #CSW96 #socialwork This event is free, but you must register: https://lnkd.in/etZyZhdv
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De Novo Center for Justice and Healing reposted this
De Novo will be hosting a Know Your Rights Workshop on March 4 with Cambridge's Commission on Immigrant Rights & Citizenship at Cambridge Public Library. Please share this workshop with anyone who could benefit.
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De Novo attorneys William Lonn and Karen Bobadilla discuss the impacts of recently-enacted changes to the state's Emergency Assistance shelter program in the Winter 2025 edition of the Boston Bar Journal.
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De Novo Board Member Anthony Mirenda recently received the inaugural Mary K. Ryan Award from the Boston Bar Association at their annual meeting. Tony was among seven pro bono champions to be honored and was recognized for his commitment to pro bono work, specifically his advocacy for survivors of domestic violence. Tony has served on De Novo's board of directors in various roles, including as Board President. His unwavering commitment to the organization’s mission, coupled with his humility and selfless service, has made him a source of inspiration and a role model to all who work alongside him. Congratulations, Tony!
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