Zeno Temple is a Juris Doctor candidate at Western New England University School of Law and the founder of The Just Us Movement, a nonprofit organization focused on advancing equity through community legal education, advocacy, and leadership development. His work centers on expanding access to justice and building sustainable pathways that connect historically under-resourced communities to legal resources, civic knowledge, and institutional support.

 

Zeno’s academic and professional interests focus on civil rights and due process. He has served in a range of legal and public service roles, including with the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection, and the Hampden County District Attorney’s Office, where his work has involved legal research, policy analysis, and community engagement.

 

Through his advocacy and organizing, Zeno is committed to translating complex legal systems into accessible tools that empower individuals and communities to protect their rights and participate meaningfully in civic life.