OCR is thrilled to announce that LEAP member Nyomi Davis has been recognized at the National Association of Counsel for Children’s Conference as the Outstanding Law Student. Nyomi’s contributions to children’s and youth rights have been immeasurable, and the OCR cannot think of a law student more deserving of this award.
In recognizing Nyomi, NACC shared the following:
As her nominator noted, Nyomi Davis chose to pursue a career in law for the express purpose of “helping right some of the wrongs” of the system, and she has already accomplished so much. Nyomi’s work has informed how Colorado OCR interviews potential attorneys and prepares them to serve children dealing with trauma. She has developed curricula for case workers, and her advocacy has highlighted the importance of older children receiving an expressed-interest model of representation, among many contributions. Nyomi also completed the Foster Youth Internship Program and produced recommendations for congressional legislation that would support stable foster care placements and trauma-informed care and resources for youth.
Beyond her academic, legal, and advocacy work, Nyomi Davis volunteers to help her community. She has been a CASA for the same youth for the last 3 years. She also volunteered at a church in high school, and has volunteered as a tutor for students. Nyomi’s nominator describes her as intelligent, wise, thoughtful, an excellent communicator, and someone who achieves her goals. Nyomi Davis overcame long odds, and her work helps make those odds not quite as long for others. Given all that she has already achieved as a law student, NACC is excited to see her impact as a lawyer. NACC is pleased to recognized Nyomi Davis as this year’s Outstanding Law Student.
Congratulations, and thank you for your incredible work, Nyomi!
