

About Us
Our Mission, Our Work, Our Commitment.
The Center for Children, Law, and Ethics unites students, scholars, and professionals to advance children's rights through scholarship, collaboration, and advocacy.
✔️ Led by renowned scholar Professor David M. Smolin.
✔️ Produces influential projects and scholarship on children’s issues.
✔️ Trains students to make substantive contributions in the field.
✔️ Launched @ccleonline in 2023 to spotlight student and professional work.
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Elizabeth Standifer
Yaslin Perez
David M. Smolin
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At the Center for Children, Law, and Ethics, our scholars are dedicated law students commited to advancing the welfare and rights of children through research, advocacy, and writing. Each brings unique insights and a passion for meaningful change, working collaboratively with faculty and partners to address pressing issues in children's law locally, nationally, and globally.





