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Health Law & Policy Clinic & Courses

Health Law and Policy Clinic (HLPC)

Students enrolled in HLPC work on cutting-edge legislative, regulatory and litigation projects at the state and national levels aimed at increasing access to quality, comprehensive health care for low-income individuals and families.

Courses

Public Health Law and Policy
Health Care Rights in the Twenty-First Century
Policy Advocacy Workshop

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Food Law & Policy Clinic & Courses

Food Law and Policy Clinic (FLPC)

The Food Law and Policy Clinic of Harvard Law School provides students with the opportunity to practice using legal and policy tools in order to address the health, environmental, and economic impacts of our food system.

Courses

Food Law and Policy Seminar
Policy Advocacy Workshop

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Student Opportunities

There are many ways to engage with CHLPI beyond enrolling in our clinics and courses, including for students outside of Harvard Law School and for students studying related disciplines. Visit our Student Opportunities page to learn more about:

Student Internships
Job Opportunities at CHLPI
Careers Outside of CHLPI
Food Law and Policy Career Guide
National Food Law Student Network

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Testimonials

Overall, I really enjoyed my semester working on the FIM project. Not only does FIM intersect with so many of my interests, but the team, support, and mentorship of the clinic was amazing. I realize there was a learning curve in the beginning and learning was definitely an ongoing process, so I greatly appreciate the patience and guidance provided by Heather and Erika. I never felt hesitant to reach out or ask questions when needed. I also loved the experiential learning, the ability to work with the states of Alaska and Oklahoma, as well as interview FreshRx. While it felt like there were a lot of deliverables, I did enjoy working on important, diverse skillsets. I feel my written and verbal deliverables improved throughout these semester which could not have been done without the great mentorship I received. I felt the semester was a great learning opportunity and challenge, one that really forces you to grow and improve – sometimes in ways I didn’t even know I needed to!

—Natalie Ball, FLPC Fall 2023

Overall, I had an incredible and rewarding experience with the clinic and FIM project. I had been waiting almost 2 years to take it, and it was well worth it and definitely a highlight of my entire 3-year MPP/MBA experience. In particular, I was grateful for a safe work environment to make mistakes but also opportunity to challenge myself to learn much more in depth about parts of the food system that I was unfamiliar with. I also found working on different types of work within the FIM project (the landscaping presentations in addition to the research memo) to be interesting and exciting. I loved the round tables and opportunity to learn from what the other project teams worked on.

—Morgan Zaidel, FLPC Fall 2023

"I was interested in working on (the Atlas) project because during undergrad I was really involved with actually setting up a food bank on campus, picking the right location, getting the funding. And I recognized how much food insecurity really impacted my community there. So working on food loss and waste and food insecurity abroad really appealed to me for that reason."

—Mady Womack, FLPC Fall 2023

"My semester in Harvard’s Health Law & Policy Clinic was unparalleled. Alongside the Hepatitis C Advocacy Project team, I worked to develop a set of strategies and tools advocates can use to promote more widespread adoption of policies that improve access to hepatitis C (HCV) testing and treatment. While my clinical work itself was extraordinarily fulfilling, I would be remiss not to mention how much the Health Law & Policy Clinic staff contributed to a wonderful clinic experience. Each staff member, including my phenomenal supervisor Liz Kaplan, made a thoughtful effort to cultivate a culture of inclusivity and curiosity. Thus, along with the robust substantive opportunities that come with a clinic, also comes a community of individuals dedicated not only to strengthening your legal skills, but to supporting you throughout your law school journey."

—Jessica Bushman, HLPC Fall 2023

"I want to express my deepest appreciation for the unique opportunity afforded to me as a cross-registered student. The clinic course was a highlight of my semester, igniting a passion for continued work in this arena. It has directly influenced my career trajectory, as evidenced by my forthcoming role with MassHealth's Strategic Initiatives. I believe the clinic excels in fostering an environment of shared knowledge and experience through clinic rounds, and I extend my gratitude to clinical fellow, Suzanne, for her exceptional coordination of these sessions."

—Meghana Sai Iragavarapu, HLPC Fall 2023

"Throughout my work with HLPC, I gained valuable skills in how to present information in a concise and clear manner, as well as how to tailor a presentation to a particular client. I think the clinic work has helped me understand a lot more about what advocacy work looks like and understand more about how Medicaid agencies function. I expect that my clinic experience will also help with my career future decisions. All of the clinical staff are incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable. It was easy and extremely supported to learn everything that was necessary for my own project and even more beyond that."

—Matthew Clauss, HLPC Fall 2023

“As someone who came into HLS with a strong interest in food law & policy, my time at FLPC both affirmed my desire to build a career doing food law & policy work and allowed me to explore the field and develop new passions and interests. I feel so grateful to have been able to have FLPC as an anchor for my HLS experience, and also to have been offered the support, mentorship, and freedom to explore new interests and try new things.”

—Liz Turner, FLPC, 2023

“This clinic has influenced how I think about my career in a truly impactful way. After graduation, I hope to work with biotechnology companies and medical device manufacturers. My clinic experience has reframed how I think about the intersection between healthcare and technology, and specifically, provided a keen eye towards social determinants of health. Now, as I provide legal guidance to my clients, I will ensure to challenge them to think about how their technology will be accessible and reach those who are most vulnerable. I will advocate that keeping these populations in mind should not just be an afterthought, but a core value of each company’s approach.”

—Hannah Chi, HLPC, 2022

“I absolutely loved my five semesters at the food law clinic. My time at the clinic was the best part of law school and definitely the most rewarding. It was incredible to see so many large projects from start to finish and work with amazing people, both in the clinic and our outside partners. I am so appreciative for all that I learned. FLPC provided so many opportunities to learn about my favorite topic and to develop new skillsets that will be incredibly useful to me in the future. I absolutely loved working with the food waste team each semester and I hope the next food waste team is amazing and carries on the fantastic work the clinic does!”

—Sophie DeBode, FLPC, 2023

Deepen Your Student Experience

Outside of CHLPI, Harvard Law School offers students opportunities to engage with health- and food-related networks, both through student-led organizations and long-established programs.

Mississippi Delta Project

The Mississippi Delta Project, under the supervision of the Food Law and Policy Clinic, engages in a broad range of public policy assignments to support mission-driven organizations in the Delta region.

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Student-Run Organizations

Students can also engage with Harvard’s Health Law Society and Food Law Society. CHLPI often partners with these student-run organizations in their efforts to work together toward addressing health and food system issues.

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Visit Harvard Food Law Society

Events

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