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The International Rule of Law and Security (IRLS) initiative at Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law offers an academic and hands-on curriculum to equip students for careers advancing justice, human rights, and security both domestically and internationally. As the first comprehensive legal program of its kind, IRLS connects learners with Washington, D.C. professionals to develop expertise in this expanding field. Participants build practical skills, global perspectives, and valuable professional connections that prepare them for legal practice.
Operating from Washington, D.C. with dual-campus engagement, the IRLS curriculum explores establishing legal frameworks and effective governance in vulnerable nations, while addressing contemporary security challenges like terrorism. This program readies graduates for diverse roles in law, policy, and international development within these critical sectors.