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Promoting Diversity in the Courts Through the ADA: John Sullivan Jul 26, 2022

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John Sullivan is the statewide ADA coordinator for the New York courts. In this podcast interview coinciding with the 32nd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Mr. Sullivan discusses the law and implications for the court system and court users. Transcript: http://ww2.nycourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/files/2022-07/John%20Sullivan.pdf

Getting the Courts Back to "Better than Normal" Jun 05, 2022

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The Commission to Reimagine the Future of New York Courts is charting a course forward for the court system. Commission Chair Hank Greenberg, former NYS Bar Association president, and Justice Craig J. Doran of the Seventh Judicial District, discuss the working of the Commission and a new working group led by Justice Doran. Transcript: http://ww2.nycourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/files/2022-06/Reimagine2.pdf

Promoting Diversity in the Courts: Judges Cannataro and Winslow Jun 01, 2022

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For this Pride Month edition of Diversity Dialogues, we are fortunate to have not one but two pioneering judges as guests: the Honorable Anthony Cannataro of New York's highest court, the Court of Appeals, and Justice Joanne Winslow of the Appellate Division Fourth Department. Together the judges co-chair the Richard C. Failla LGBTQ Commission of the New York Courts. Transcript: http://ww2.nycourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/files/2022-05/PrideMonth22_1.pdf

OASAS and the Courts: A Chat with Sean Byrne May 31, 2022

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This Amici podcast features Sean Byrne, Executive Deputy Commissioner at the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports, or OASAS. Mr. Byrne discusses addiction, the state's response and the OASAS relationship with the courts. Transcript: http://ww2.nycourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/files/2022-05/Sean%20Byrne%20.pdf

Promoting Diversity in the Courts: Judge Rachel Freier May 04, 2022

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Judge Rachel "Ruchie" Freier is believed to be the first Hasidic woman to hold public office in United States history. Dubbed the “Hasidic Superwoman of Night Court” by The New York Times and named one of the 50 most influential Jews in the world by the Jerusalem Post, Judge Freier shatters stereotypes about Hasidic woman neither being seen nor heard outside their insular community. Transcript: http://ww2.nycourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/files/2022-05/Judge%20Freier.pdf

Streamlining the NYS Court System Apr 28, 2022

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NYS Chief Administrative Judge Lawrence K. Marks discusses a plan to streamline and modernize New York's convoluted, cumbersome and inefficient court structure. The interview was conducted by Daniel K. Wiig, host of the New York County Lawyers Association's Amicus Curiae podcast.

Promoting Diversity in the Courts: The Hon. Deborah A. Kaplan Mar 09, 2022

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This Women's History Month program features the Hon. Deborah Kaplan, Deputy Chief Administrative Judge for the Courts Inside New York City. In this Diversity Dialogue podcast, Judge Kaplan describes her myriad roles -- and the challenges inherent in being a female in a leadership position. Transcript: http://ww2.nycourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/files/2022-03/Judge%20Kaplan_0.pdf

Promoting Diversity in the Courts: Hon. Norman St. George Feb 01, 2022

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The son of a West Indies immigrant father and a mother of European roots, the Hon. Norman St. George brings a diverse background to his position as Deputy Chief Administrative Judge for the Courts Outside NYC. “I believe I'm able to relate in some way to everyone and anyone,” he says in this new Diversity Dialogue podcast of the Office of Diversity & Inclusion. “And I think that makes a difference when you are attempting to work with people and gain trust and respect. I can always find something in common.” Transcript: http://ww2.nycourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/files/2022-01/Judge%20St.%20George.pdf

Promoting Diversity in the Courts: Vishnu Priya Jan 10, 2022

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Vishnu Priya, a native of India, came to United States in 2001 to attend graduate school at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and has been with the court system since earning her master's in info science. In this podcast, Vishnu discusses her background, her job and the opportunities available in the NYS Court System for techies. Transcript: http://ww2.nycourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/files/2021-12/VishnuPriyaFinal.pdf

Promoting Diversity in the Courts: Ronald Pawelczak Nov 08, 2021

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In this Veteran's Day Diversity Dialogue segment, we're pleased to welcome Ron Pawelczak, the District Executive for the Seventh Judicial District. Ron is a decorated veteran of the US Army, who served in the armed forces during operations Desert Shield, Desert Storm and Just Cause. In this interview, Ron discusses the difficulties managing such a large and geographically diverse district, the challenges in recruiting a diverse workforce -- and the personal challenges he has faced as a gay man. Transcript: http://ww2.nycourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/files/2021-11/Ron%20Pawelczak.pdf

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