Public Interest Law Students: Empowering Tomorrow's Advocates

The Public Interest Law Association (PILA) at Georgia State Law stands at the forefront of supporting law students dedicated to public interest careers, where unpaid public interest internships often present significant financial hurdles. Your investment in PILA Summer Fellow stipends not only aids individual students but also fuels a collective movement toward positive societal change.

Your contribution directly addresses this challenge by providing essential stipends to our law students, ensuring equitable access to opportunities for all. With your support, we bridge the gap between financial constraints and career aspirations, empowering students to pursue their passion for social justice without sacrificing financial stability.

By enabling students to focus on gaining valuable experience in areas such as civil rights and environmental justice, your generosity plays a crucial role in shaping a future where justice is accessible to everyone, regardless of financial means. Together, we pave the way for a society where every voice is heard and every individual is empowered to make a difference.

Join our community of supporters who have already made a tangible impact through initiatives like the PILA Auction, which raised over $30,000 last year directly supporting student stipends. Your involvement not only provides vital funding but also fosters a network of support for our students. Be part of the PILA movement and help us continue our mission of empowering tomorrow's advocates.

Thank you from the 2024-2025 PILA Board!

Why Support PILA? Invest in leveling the playing field for aspiring public interest lawyers. Your contribution ensures financial barriers don't hinder students from pursuing public service. Back PILA for a future where justice and equity are accessible to all.

When is This Year's Auction? This year's auction is on Saturday, March 1st. You can find out more information here, including ticket sales when they go live.

Who Does Our Money Go To? Your generous gift made through the Georgia State University Foundation will support stipends for diverse students pursuing public interest pathways, easing the financial burden of unpaid internships and fostering future advocates for justice and equality. 

What Opportunities Do Our Students Seek? Engage in impactful internships spanning public defenders and prosecutors offices, civil rights organizations, state and federal agencies, and more. Your support empowers students to effect real change in society by removing financial barriers to transformative experiences.