Institute of Intellectual Property & Social Justice

The purpose of the Institute of Intellectual Property and Social Justice (IIPSJ) is to address the manifold ways in which social justice, both domestically and globally, is affected by matters relating to intellectual property. IIPSJ addresses matters ranging from the substance of the law to the mix of those who practice it.

IIPSJ recently completed its very successful 2009 IP and Social Justice CLE with speakers and panelists from the CAFC and the US District Court as well as from Sun Microsystems, Microsoft, Intel, Finnegan, Sughrue, Covington, Howrey, Dickstein and Shapiro, and others. It was well attended. Please take a few minutes to review a few photos from the event.

IIPSJ contributes to enhancing social justice through a variety of initiatives including, among other things:

• sponsoring exploration of IP issues concerning social justice
• organizing continuing legal education seminars with IP and social justice themes
• sponsoring internships for Howard law students in IP positions at law firms, business corporations, and other organizations
• supporting HUSL students interested in IP
• working with the HUSL faculty and administration to develop and implement appropriate IP programs and curriculum