LSHV CEO Rachel Chazin Halperin featured in NYU Connect alumni spotlight
Original article published in July 2026 by NYU Connect Newsletter
Overview:
An alumni profile published by NYU Connect highlights Legal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV) CEO Rachel Chazin Halperin (LAW ’99, SSSW ’00) and her recognition as a recipient of the prestigious W. Haywood Burns Award for civil rights advocacy.
The piece explores how Halperin’s dual-degree background in law and social work from New York University shaped her holistic approach to civil legal aid. Under her leadership, LSHV prov
ides free legal representation across seven counties in the Hudson Valley, ensuring low-income individuals and families have access to justice in critical areas such as housing stability, domestic violence prevention, and family defense.
The article emphasizes the vital role of comprehensive legal and social support in protecting vulnerable community members and ensuring social justice remains accessible to all.
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