Innovative work to be distributed across 170 public television stations nationwide
Legal Aid of North Carolina (LANC) is proud to announce its selection to be featured in an upcoming segment of Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid, a leading educational television program that highlights stories and initiatives with the potential to make a difference in communities across the nation. The segment will focus on LANC’s work, including the Innovation Lab and LANCMobile, and will be distributed to over 170 public television stations across the United States for a full year, beginning on October 28, 2024.
As an organization dedicated to providing free legal services to North Carolina’s most vulnerable communities, LANC continues to lead with innovation. Through its Innovation Lab, LANC has developed tools such as LIA, an AI-powered virtual assistant and the revamped EZ Expunge tool, which are transforming how legal services are delivered. The LANCMobile, a mobile intake unit, extends access to legal support into the state’s most underserved areas, ensuring that more North Carolinians receive the help they need, no matter where they live.
“This feature on Viewpoint is a great opportunity to showcase how Legal Aid is using technology and innovation to better serve our communities,” said Helen Hobson, Chief Communications Officer at Legal Aid of North Carolina. “We hope it will bring attention to our mission and the critical services we provide across the state.”
Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid is renowned for producing top-quality programming focused on social and educational issues. Hosted by actor Dennis Quaid, the series emphasizes stories that educate and inspire audiences to take action. The creative team at Viewpoint is dedicated to delivering diverse, high-quality documentaries, making it a fitting platform to share LANC’s story and its mission to improve the lives of North Carolina’s residents through impactful legal services.
The segment featuring LANC’s work will be distributed to over 170 public television stations across the U.S. and will run for a full year, giving viewers the opportunity to learn about the essential services LANC provides and its ongoing commitment to breaking down barriers to justice.