Court Watch NOLA’s (CWN) daily presence in the courtroom helps identify systemic problems while sending the message that New Orleanians care about making the court system more accountable and just. CWN’s mission is to promote reform in the Orleans Parish criminal courts system through civic engagement and courtroom observation. For fourteen years, Court Watch NOLA has been committed to ensuring that all criminal court officials are serving our community ethically, professionally, and effectively.