Fordham If/When/How Lawyering for Reproductive Justice

If/When/How Lawyering for Reproductive Justice at Fordham Law School in New York, NY is a student-led organization dedicated to advancing reproductive justice through legal education and community engagement. As part of a national network, this organization trains and mobilizes law students and lawyers committed to championing reproductive justice—defined as ensuring all people have the right and access to resources needed to thrive and decide if, when, and how to create and sustain their families with dignity, free from discrimination, coercion, or violence.

The organization provides comprehensive educational programming to the Fordham Law community on reproductive health, rights, and justice issues. Members gain practical experience through volunteer opportunities supporting local reproductive health care providers, bridging the gap between classroom learning and real-world impact. The group also serves as a vital networking hub, connecting law students and practitioners who share a commitment to this critical field of practice.

Located at Fordham Law School's campus in New York, the organization reflects the Law School's founding commitment to public service and its historic mission to serve underrepresented communities. Operating under the umbrella of the Public Interest Resource Center, If/When/How provides students with structured pathways to engage in meaningful reproductive justice work while still in law school. The organization maintains active connections with the broader If/When/How national movement, ensuring members stay informed about emerging issues and best practices in reproductive justice lawyering. Through education, networking, and direct service, If/When/How at Fordham Law empowers the next generation of lawyers to use their legal skills as a force for positive social change in reproductive rights advocacy.