The Center for Gender & Refugee Studies (CGRS) at the University of California, Hastings College of Law recognized Professor Dina Haynes' work on appellate advocacy in asylum law in its May 2012 newsletter. Professor Haynes, who directs the Human Rights and Immigration Law Project at the Center, worked on the case in the Matter of A.T. which dealt with a woman from Mali who was subjected to female genital cutting (FGC) and denied asylum. CGRS challenged the decision, filing an amicus brief and coordinating a national advocacy campaign. This work resulted in the decision being vacated and reestablished protection for women who have suffered from FGC in the past and are seeking asylum. Professor Haynes partnered with attorneys from Williams & Connolly and Reed Smith.
To view the May 2012 newsletter please visit here.
To read the amicus brief submitted by HRILP visit here. This amicus brief is an example of the type of projects students can be involved on through working with the Center.
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