RWU School of Law Social Justice Camp
This day-program is designed for middle school students who are interested in learning more about social justice and the importance of law in daily life.
Mandell-Boisclair Justice Camp offers two one-week social justice summer camps for middle school children. Campers will enjoy learning about the justice system at RWU’s urban campus in the heart of downtown Providence and will also have the opportunity to explore RWU’s Bristol campus. This program, created by law school professors, is appropriate for all middle school aged children interested in engaging with social justice movements and exploring how they can affect social change. Your child will learn from practicing attorneys, members of the Rhode Island judiciary, and community leaders.
Read About Mandell-Boisclair Justice Camp 2025
Dates & Times
Week One: July 13 to 17, 8:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Week Two: July 20 to 24, 8:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Registration
$49
Please indicate your interest in this program by completing this form. You will be informed via email whether your child has been accepted into the program shortly. At that time, you will need to submit additional registration, health and permission forms and the $49 registration fee.
Grade Levels
Students entering grades 6-9
Weekly Focus
In Week One, which is intended for children who have not attended Justice Camp before, we will explore:
- Understandings of justice
- How lawyers protect the interests of society and individuals;
- How laws are made and the impact of legislators and social justice advocates;
- The role of the courts and judges in protecting justice; and
- Making their own arguments on the floor of the RI State House!
In Week Two, which is open to children who have attended Justice Camp before, we will explore democracy, elections and voting rights. Activities will include:
- Understanding democracy, why Elections Matter and the history of Voting Rights in the US;
- Exploring election information & disinformation;
- Meeting candidates for local and state office;
- Participating in a voter registration drive;
- Learning about efforts to protect voting rights.
Location
Downtown Providence Campus, close to courts, judges, and legislators!