By taking a training course through the Community Justice Worker (CJW) program, you can gain valuable skills while playing a vital role in bridging the civil justice gap across Alaska.
The training courses are offered online and self-paced through Alaska Pacific University. Once enrolled, you’ll have 60 days to complete each course. Training is provided at no cost for CJWs who commit to taking at least one case through ALSC’s pro bono program and are encouraged to share legal information with their community.
Available Courses:
- Ethics for CJWs (Prerequisite): Navigate ethical situations and uphold high standards of professionalism and integrity as a CJW.
After completing the Ethics prerequisite, you can continue with additional courses to become a trained advocate in the following areas:
- Debt Collection Defense: Explore strategies for handling debts, dealing with debt collectors and responding to debt-related lawsuits.
- Disaster Response: Identify common civil legal issues that arise during and after a disaster and how to help an individual complete a FEMA application or appeal a denied claim.
- Domestic Violence Protective Order Advocacy: Understand when a Domestic Violence Protective Order may be needed and the steps involved to obtain one.
- Eviction Defense: Examine the legal steps in an Alaska eviction case and possible defenses tenants may raise in eviction proceedings.
- ICWA Enforcement: Explore the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), its application in Child in Need of Aid (CINA) cases and the role of Tribes and ICWA Advocates.
- Probate: Understand the process of administering an estate and supporting families after the loss of a loved one.
- SNAP Advocacy: Navigate SNAP eligibility requirements and common legal issues involving delayed or denied applications.
- Wills: Discover why a will is important and the basic steps for writing one.
Let’s Connect!
If you are interested in taking a CJW training course to build skills and expand justice in your community, click the button below to complete a short form. After you submit it, a team member will reach out with more information and next steps.
For additional information, questions, or to schedule an introductory meeting, contact cjwrc@alsc-law.org.
