Sexual Harassment in Education Virtual Conference
by Berkeley Center on Comparative Equality & Anti-Discrimination Law
The Sexual Harassment in Education Virtual Conference is an annual event organized by the Berkeley Center on Comparative Equality & Anti-Discrimination Law at UC Berkeley School of Law. This conference brings together lawyers, scholars, activists, and Title IX officers to examine the legal and policy issues surrounding harassment in educational settings, both in the United States and globally. The event features plenary sessions, workshops, and keynote addresses, providing opportunities for attendees to network and collaborate on strategies to address sexual harassment in education.
Key topics covered at the conference include developments in Title IX law and policy, harassment prevention education, and the creation of toolkits to combat sexual harassment in educational institutions. The conference also explores global responses to harassment, with speakers from various countries sharing their experiences and insights. For instance, past conferences have featured speakers from Australia, Belgium, Canada, Colombia, India, Kenya, South Africa, and the United Kingdom.
The conference is designed for attorneys, Title IX officers, activists, and others working on issues related to sexual harassment in educational settings. Attendees can earn Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits, with past conferences offering up to 12 hours of California MCLE credit, including 1 hour of elimination of bias credit. Registration fees vary, with discounts available for Berkeley graduates, members of partner bar associations, employees of government or non-profit organizations, and individuals who are unemployed.
This conference is ideal for professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of sexual harassment in education, stay updated on legal developments, and collaborate with peers to develop effective strategies for prevention and response.
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Speakers(9)
Amy Oppenheimer
Founding Partner at Oppenheimer Investigations Group LLP
Amy Oppenheimer is the founding partner of Oppenheimer Investigations Group LLP, focusing on investigations into sexual harassment and discrimination in educational settings.
Annika K. Martin
Partner at Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, LLP
Annika K. Martin is a partner at Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, LLP, specializing in complex litigation. She served as co-lead counsel for plaintiff abuse victims in the USC student sexual abuse lawsuit, leading to a $215 million settlement and significant institutional changes.
Brenda Star Adams
Senior Counsel, Education Equity & Litigation at Equal Rights Advocates
Brenda Star Adams is Senior Counsel at Equal Rights Advocates, focusing on education equity and litigation to combat sexual harassment in educational environments.
Christina J. Ro-Connolly
Founding Partner at Oppenheimer Investigations Group LLP
Christina J. Ro-Connolly is the founding partner of Oppenheimer Investigations Group LLP, specializing in conducting investigations into sexual harassment and discrimination within educational institutions.
Karen Bell
Partner at Bell and Kelly LLP; CEO and Co-Founder
Karen Bell is a partner at Bell and Kelly LLP and the CEO and Co-Founder of Upfront Resolution, specializing in alternative dispute resolution in sexual harassment cases.
Natasha Baker
Founder at Novus Law Firm
Natasha Baker is the founder of Novus Law Firm in California, focusing on employment law and representing clients in sexual harassment cases.
Rebecca Berry
Hotline & Direct Services Staff Attorney at Root and Rebound
Rebecca Berry is a staff attorney at Root and Rebound, providing direct services and legal support to individuals affected by sexual harassment.
Sarah Gonzalez Bocinski
Program Manager, Economic Justice and Workforce Initiatives at Equal Rights Advocates
Sarah Gonzalez Bocinski is the Program Manager for Economic Justice and Workforce Initiatives at Equal Rights Advocates, focusing on initiatives to combat sexual harassment in the workplace.
Susan Ansberry
Partner at Folger Levin LLP
Susan Ansberry is a partner at Folger Levin LLP, specializing in employment law with a focus on sexual harassment cases in educational institutions.
Event Details
- Date
- January 29-30, 2021
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Virtual
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Attorneys, Title IX officers, activists, and others working on issues related to sexual harassment in educational settings.
- CLE Credits
- Up to 12 hours of California MCLE credit, including 1 hour of elimination of bias credit.