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Discover how to transform the relationship between people and law in this 20-minute TED Talk. Learn about an innovative approach that turns law from an abstraction or threat into something everyone can understand, use, and shape. Explore the concept of community paralegals, or barefoot lawyers, who serve in their own communities and break down legal complexities into simple terms. Gain insights into how this grassroots legal empowerment is helping socially excluded people claim their rights and find solutions to their problems. Understand the potential impact of making legal knowledge accessible and how a little legal empowerment can go a long way in creating positive change for individuals and communities.