Alyx is a Black and queer-identified attorney who is passionate about abolition and racial equity. Although Alyx moved to New Orleans in 2020, the city has always felt present in their life due to their deep family roots.
Grounded in the belief that kids should be supported in being kids and that punishment is not the answer, Alyx promotes the philosophy that “mistakes should be met with opportunity, care, and a growth mindset.” Alyx’s commitment to social justice permeates their life whether from legal aid internships in college, developing restorative justice curriculum in law school, or representing vulnerable populations as a public defender. Alyx believes in robust intervention and support for young people and their families to reduce the likelihood of future interactions with law enforcement and to promote a future oriented toward achieving their dreams.
Alyx holds a BA in Women’s Studies with a minor in LGBT Studies from University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and a Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School, where they served as an editor for the Harvard Law Review and a Constitutional Law teaching fellow. Prior to joining the LCCR team, Alyx spent 4 years with the Orleans Public Defenders as a Staff Attorney and the Justice, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Coordinator. They are a member of the Black Public Defender Association and served as the Equity & Justice Board Member for Byrdie’s Pottery.
Email: adarensbourg@lakidsrights.org
