The American Branch of the International Law Association is dedicated to the study, clarification, and development of International Law and the advancement of peace, equity, and justice worldwide. ABILA unites practitioners, academics, students, government officials, diplomats, and members of international and nongovernmental organizations. Members work together on committees to issue reports, amicus briefs, and letters to Congress, federal agencies, the United Nations, and other international organizations on a range of current and evolving topics. The American Branch is part of a truly international organization. The International Law Association was established in 1873 and is composed of sixty-three national branches (including the Headquarters Branch). It is currently the preeminent international non-governmental organization involved in developing and restating international law.