NEXT MONTH | Don’t miss the “Winter Institute on Addiction Policy and the Law Continuing Legal Education program.” In-person and virtual attendees will have the opportunity to learn from legal, policy, and health experts on U.S. drug and addiction law. Reserve your spot: https://ow.ly/PTHe50XLFrb

NEXT MONTH | Join us on Jan. 29 for a webinar with Dr. Deus Bazira, @gostin.bsky.social, Sr. Mary Haddad, Nkatha Njeru, and @michelebgoodwin, as they explore how Catholic health, education, and social ministries can respond with unity, compassion, and courage. RSVP: https://ow.ly/mRBn50XMvRN

Don’t miss a critical discussion on how Catholic social teaching can guide #GlobalHealthLaw and policy, featuring Dr. Deus Bazira, @gostin.bsky.social, Sr. Mary Haddad, Nkatha Njeru, and @michelebgoodwin. Join us on January 29: https://ow.ly/ZxFb50XLFJN

The Winter Institute on Addiction Policy and the Law now offers a virtual, non-CLE option. This two-day program brings together litigators and other legal practitioners, policymakers, clinicians, and academics to examine drug and addiction law in the U.S. Secure your spot: https://ow.ly/KGRc50XLEPl

Happy holidays! As we look ahead to 2026, the O’Neill Institute is dedicated to continuing its mission to address pressing health issues through groundbreaking research, policy innovation, and meaningful collaborations. Faculty Director @michelebgoodwin.bsky.social offers her reflections on 2025:

As 2025 draws to a close, we celebrate the 5th anniversary of the Global Center for Legal Innovation on Food Environments. The past 5 years have been defined by collaboration, academic excellence, strengthening local capacity, and more. Watch here to learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPxI...

In 2001, @acslaw.bsky.social launched at @georgetownlaw.bsky.social. Reflecting on 25 years of ACS, Phil Brest, @ambharper.bsky.social, & @michelebgoodwin.bsky.social will discuss ACS’ legacy and the future of the progressive legal movement. Join us on Jan. 12: https://ow.ly/Laxf50XLvSl

Declaring fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction “is about looking like you’re doing something rather than actually doing something,” @reginalabelle.bsky.social commented to @statnews.com. Read the article below:

Join us for the Winter Institute on Addiction Policy and the Law Continuing Legal Education Program—bringing together litigators, practitioners, policymakers, clinicians, & academics to examine the nation's approach to drug & #addiction law & policy. Reserve your spot: https://ow.ly/ORC950XL4LQ

The O’Neill Institute and Rios brought together experts and high court justices from across Latin America & the Caribbean for the 2nd Judicial Dialogues on Health & the Law, where they exchanged insights and reflected on shared challenges and opportunities. Watch the recording: youtu.be/kynmJOlTh7E

A #SCOTUS case could upend states’ ability to investigate crisis pregnancy centers. Writing in MedPage Today#SCOTUS O'Neill Institute Experts Suhasini Ravi and Sarah Wetter explain what’s at stake in First Choice v. Platkin, and why it matters for #consumerprotection and health care law.

📢 The Center for Health and Human Rights welcomes the adoption of new landmark Joint General Comments by UN Committees on CERD and CMW on combating xenophobia and racism and protecting the rights of migrants and those perceived as such. oneill.law.georgetown.edu/press/chhr-c...

On the latest Pursuit of Health Podcast, O'Neill Institute Expert Katie Keith breaks down #SCOTUS cases Medina v. Planned Parenthood and Kennedy v. #Braidwood, and discusses the increasing role of courts in shaping #healthpolicy.

We’re sharing a new set of global comparison reports created with @oneillinstitute.bsky.social. These docs show how countries around the world are expanding abortion access, and what these global trends mean for state lawmakers here in the U.S. Read: sixrepro.org/rflc-global-... #HumanRightsDay

In the Austin American-Statesman, Briana Torres explains how Texas’ HB 7 is testing the principles of federalism by targeting out-of-state #abortion care in shield-law states. https://www.statesman.com/opinion/columns/your-voice/article/opinion-texas-warps-states-rights-chase-21126832.php

❗A new resource from @oneillinstitute.bsky.social breaks down what’s at stake for #HIV programs in the FY26 budget, tinyurl.com/35c2h6hn And watch the #saveaidsresearch videos describing what's been achieved through decades of federal investments & what we stand to lose, saveaidsresearch.org.

📢 Happening TODAY at 1 p.m. ET: U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen and Senator Mark Warner are hosting a spotlight forum on the impact of the soon-expiring #ACA enhanced premium tax credits. O’Neill Institute’s Katie Keith joins to break down what’s at stake for millions. Tune into the livestream here.

We just released a new resource with State Innovation Exchange comparing #abortion law & policy around the world. The series of reports highlight how countries are expanding abortion access and where the U.S. fits in the global landscape. #humanrightsday

Explore where a Georgetown Health Law LL.M. can take you. Join us on Dec. 11 for a webinar on emerging career opportunities at the intersection of #HealthLaw and #AI. RSVP today: https://georgetown.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vB8qihXAQ6-i9QC3AT_PIQ#/

In @thehill.com, Briana Torres breaks down how recent efforts to expand #IVF access have exposed a deep divide within the pro-life movement between those who equate IVF with abortion and those who view it as science strengthening family values.

Watch @mojilocks.bsky.social talk with @michelebgoodwin.bsky.social. @abortionfront.bsky.social #MSWMedia #FeministBuzzKills

Apply now! The Global Center for Legal Innovation on Food Environments’ 2025 Student Writing Competition is open. First-degree law students in 🇧🇷 🇨🇴 🇲🇽 🇧🇧 🇯🇲 🇹🇹 🇬🇭 🇰🇪 🇺🇬 🇿🇦 can submit research on healthy food law & policy for a chance to win a paid 2-month internship. oneill.law.georgetown.edu/projects/glo...

HAPPENING NOW | Second Annual Judicial Dialogues on Health and Law High court judges from across the region will explore the judiciary’s critical role in upholding the right to health as a public good. Join us virtually: georgetown.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Amid escalating attacks on human rights and civil freedoms, Jennifer Li, in her role as coordinator of Dignity 2026, speaks at a press briefing on protecting the dignity and safety of all involved at the #FIFAWorldCup2026, hosted by the Sport & Rights Alliance, Dignity 2026, and Human Rights Watch#FIFAWorldCup2026

At #ICASA2025, the Gov't of Malawi, Malawi’s National AIDS Commission, African-led HIV Control Working Group & Center for Innovation in Global Health announced the launch of the @thelancet.com HIV & @lancetgh.bsky.social Joint Series on Sustainable HIV Prevention in Africa. https://ow.ly/JO4A50XB4eb

We believe the law is a fundamental tool for solving critical health problems, and this #GivingTuesday, we are asking you to join us. Give and help us advance health law and policy around the world. https://ow.ly/VFcA50XuPsx#GivingTuesday

📢 Ahead of the draw for the #FIFAWorldCup2026, the SRA, Dignity 2026, and @hrw.org will host a press briefing in Washington, DC, Dec 3, at 9:30 AM EST | 3:30 PM CET. 📩 DM for details.

TOMORROW | Don’t miss the second annual “Judicial Dialogues on Health and the Law,” presenting “The Judicial Protection of the Right to Health: Contemporary Challenges and Opportunities.” 🔗 Attend in person: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... 🔗 Attend virtually: georgetown.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

This Giving Tuesday, we are asking 170 friends to join us and advance health law and policy around the world. When you give to O’Neill, you are investing in groundbreaking scholarship tackling the most urgent issues in health and human rights. Give today: https://ow.ly/vU1K50XuPrZ

Tomorrow is the pre-conference session, “Advancing Sustainable HIV Prevention in African countries through Integrated, Country-Led Action,” at #ICASA2025. Forgot to register? Sign up here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Today is #GivingTuesday, a global day of generosity, and we are asking you to join our work. For 17 years, O’Neill has been advancing health law and policy as a leader in the fight for health equity and scholarship. But we cannot do this alone. Join us & make a gift today ow.ly/EjlR50XAfnf

Today, on #WorldAIDSDay, we reflect on the progress made, the current setbacks, and the urgent need to advance equity and community leadership. Professor @michelebgoodwin.bsky.social, Jeffrey Crowley, and Dr. Charles B. Holmes offer their reflections: oneill.law.georgetown.edu/press/world-...

Are you ready for the global day of generosity? This Giving Tuesday, we invite you to celebrate O’Neill’s 17 years of advancing health law and policy and give to continue our vital work. Make your gift at https://ow.ly/Mni250XuPpa

Don’t miss our webinar on exciting career opportunities where health law meets AI. Hear from alumni working at the intersection of health law and policy and tech innovation, within the US and at the global policy-making level: https://georgetown.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vB8qihXAQ6-i9QC3AT_PIQ#/

Bringing perspectives from Zambia, Nigeria, D.C., and beyond, leading experts in HIV prevention and global health explored how innovation, policy, and equity intersect in the next frontier of HIV response. If you missed the event, you can watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=coT77KW37Ks

Do you care about advancing health law and policy? We are inviting friends to join us on #GivingTuesday and invest in our urgent work. Give to O’Neill and help us light the path forward. https://ow.ly/s9yY50XuPol#GivingTuesday

Will we see you at #ICASA2025? Join the Center for Innovation in Global Health and partners for a pre-conference session and the launch of The Lancet HIV & @lancetgh.bsky.social Joint Series on Sustainable HIV Prevention in Africa. RSVP: https://oneill.law.georgetown.edu/events/icasa-2025/

A glimpse into Beyond Borders 2025: we saw inspiring panels with Latin American reproductive rights advocates, human rights lawyers, care-economy experts, and forward-thinking US state legislators who will bring these lessons back to their states! #BeyondBorders @oneillinstitute.bsky.social

The Global Center for Legal Innovation on Food Environments’ Student Writing Competition is now open! Learn more and apply at https://ow.ly/s89950XcykF.

Make your #GivingTuesday gift go further with O’Neill! All gifts up to $100 made through Tuesday, December 2, will be matched. Support health law and justice during this season of generosity: https://ow.ly/TPvM50XuPm6

Beyond Borders 2025 opened with community, solidarity, and purpose! In DC, state legislators, international advocates, and global leaders gathered to connect, strategize, and learn from the movements advancing reproductive justice and human rights under pressure and authoritarianism. #BeyondBorders

The morning of workshops and plenaries led to deep conversation and renewed our commitment to collective, cross-border action. We're extremely grateful to partner with @oneillinstitute.bsky.social to explore how global solidarity can strengthen democracy and human rights at the state level!

What is at stake at #ICASA2025 After a year of significant shifts in funding & global health policy changes, this year’s gathering is all about sustainability & African leadership. Dr. Charles B. Holmes shares what he is looking forward to at the conference & what you should be following as well.

In London for ⁦‪@FT‬⁩ ⁦‪@TheLancet‬⁩ Scientific Integrity Strategies. AI fueled misleading health information is a defining issue of our time. Strategies include health literacy & communication. Quality Health Information for All is worth fighting for.

Join us and Ríos for the second annual “Judicial Dialogues on Health and the Law,” presenting “The Judicial Protection of the Right to Health: Contemporary Challenges and Opportunities.” 🔗 Attend in person: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... 🔗 Attend virtually: georgetown.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Interested in working at the intersection of AI, biotechnology, health, and law? Hear from our Health Law LL.M. alumni working in health law and policy & technological innovation, and how their LL.M. prepared them for their professional experiences. RSVP: oneill.law.georgetown.edu/events/caree...

Are you ready to start your health law journey? The Health Law LL.M. program at Georgetown Law is one of the top programs in the world, attracting students from over 30 different countries. Learn more at https://ow.ly/XRjB50XjPe0

In @nytopinion.nytimes.com, O'Neill's Eric A. Friedman joins other experts to underscore that, as violence in El Fasher, Sudan, reaches catastrophic levels, the international community has yet to take decisive steps to halt these atrocities. Read their new op-ed below:

In her Expert Column, Aiseosa Osaghae explores the FTC’s efforts to address drug manufacturers’ tactics to extend exclusivity periods, the "Orange Book," & more. https://oneill.law.georgetown.edu/recent-developments-in-orange-book-litigation-how-patent-disputes-shape-prescription-drug-affordability/

We are proud to announce that @georgetownlaw.bsky.social Health Law LL.M. Program alumni Dr. Bedima Duut (LL.M., ‘24) has been appointed a Justice of the High Court of Ghana by President John Dramani Mahama. Congratulations! oneill.law.georgetown.edu/press/oneill...