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Dobbs: What’s Religion Got to Do with It?
Monday, December 5, 2022
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Call for Nominations
2023 Margaret Brent Women Lawyers of Achievement Awards
The ABA Commission on Women in the Profession is now accepting nominations for the 33rd Annual Margaret Brent Women Lawyers of Achievement Awards. Deadline: Jan. 18, 2023, 5 pm CST.
Visit: https://americanbar.org/women
Today is ABA Giving Day - Turn Your Passion Into Action! Make your gift to the Commission on Women in the Profession!
https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/ABA-CWP2022
ABA Giving Day is a time that unites our community of ABA members, volunteers, and donors to invest in programs that provide solutions to the unique challenges facing today’s lawyers. The Commission on Women in the Profession is one of 17 ABA charitable programs chosen to participate.
Make your gift to the Commission on Women in the Profession between now and October 27th.
https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/ABA-CWP2022
Your gift to the Commission on Women in the Profession allows it to examine barriers that prevent women lawyers from full participation in the legal profession including the work, responsibilities, and rewards; develop educational programs to address discrimination against women lawyers, and issue recommendations for action to rectify identified issues. In order to perform this important work the Commission needs your support.
Every gift matters! Every donor counts!
Next week is ABA Giving Day – a time that unites our community of ABA members, volunteers, and donors to invest in programs that provide solutions to the unique challenges facing today’s lawyers. The Commission on Women in the Profession is one of 17 ABA charitable programs chosen to participate.
Turn your passion for advancing women in the law into action! Make your gift to the Commission on Women in the Profession between now and October 27th.
https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/ABA-CWP2022
Your gift to the Commission on Women in the Profession allows it to examine barriers that prevent women lawyers from full participation in the legal profession including the work, responsibilities, and rewards; develop educational programs to address discrimination against women lawyers, and issue recommendations for action to rectify identified issues. In order to perform this important work the Commission needs your support.
Every gift matters! Every donor counts! For more information, visit
https://givingday.americanbar.org
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The Consortium contributes to the national effort examining and addressing legal issues in policing and public safety, including conduct, oversight, and the evolving nature of police work. We do this by leveraging the ABA’s expertise and that of participating ABA-accredited law schools to collaborate on projects to develop and implement more effective, human rights-compliant police practices throughout the United States.
The Consortium contributes to the national effort examining and addressing legal issues in policing and public safety, including conduct, oversight, and the evolving nature of police work. We do this through leveraging the ABA’s expertise and that of participating ABA-accredited law schools to col...
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A video featuring disabled lawyers and law students discussing the importance of disability diversity and inclusion.
LAST DAY - Calling All Men: We Want to Hear from YOU!
Take the Survey!
https://ambar.org/parenthoodsurvey
The Commission on Women in the Profession's Parenthood & Child Caregiver Study is Open to All
We are still seeking your experiences in a ground-breaking workplace study on child caregiving in the legal profession. The survey will take roughly 10-15 minutes of your time. Thank you in advance for taking this survey.
We are seeking participation by men and women lawyers, with and without children, including people who no longer practice law. We are especially in need of men's participation in the survey.
This nationwide study will include data from attorneys who are currently practicing law in various settings and those who are no longer practicing law. Results will provide evidence-based policy and practice recommendations to law firms and other legal employers; and develop educational materials for use by state and local bar associations and legal employers using the information gleaned from the research.
Calling All Men - Take the Survey!
The Commission on Women in the Profession's Parenthood & Child Caregiver Study is Open to All
http://ambar.org/parenthoodsurvey
We are still seeking your experiences in a ground-breaking workplace study on child caregiving in the legal profession. The survey will take roughly 10-15 minutes of your time. Thank you in advance for taking this survey.
We are seeking participation by men and women lawyers, with and without children, including people who no longer practice law. We are especially in need of men's participation in the survey.
This nationwide study will include data from attorneys who are currently practicing law in various settings and those who are no longer practicing law. Results will provide evidence-based policy and practice recommendations to law firms and other legal employers; and develop educational materials for use by state and local bar associations and legal employers using the information gleaned from the research.
Have you signed up for our September 28th, Navigating Your Career: Discovering the True Meaning of Your yet? Panelists will have a nuanced discussion about evolving your , family and involvement, volunteerism, and offer concrete tips on gaining strength to forge your own path. We hope you'll join us! https://lnkd.in/gQ8894Fg
Join the 21-Day Hispanic Heritage Equity Habit Building Challenge
Visit https://www.americanbar.org/groups/diversity/resources/celebrating-heritage-months/celebrating_hispanic_latino_heritage_month/
Join the 21-Day Hispanic Heritage Equity Habit Building Challenge!
https://www.americanbar.org/groups/diversity/resources/celebrating-heritage-months/celebrating_hispanic_latino_heritage_month/
Have you taken our Parenthood & Child Caregiver survey yet? We are especially looking for men to participate! This study will provide evidence-based recommendations to create a more equitable working environment for attorneys who are caregivers of children https://ambar.org/parenthoodsurvey
Join us on September 28 for the 1st webinar in our Navigating Your Career Series: Discovering the True Meaning of Your . Our esteemed panelists will have a nuanced discussion about evolving your , family and involvement, volunteerism, and offer concrete tips on gaining strength to forge your own path.
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The Commission on Women in the Profession invites you to join us for this free webinar about defining success for yourself within the legal profession and beyond as well as the myriad paths to achieve your success. Our esteemed panelists will have a nuanced discussion about evolving your career, fam...
The Commission on Women in the Profession is thrilled to invite you to participate in our Parenthood and Child Caregiver Study survey. This nationwide survey is open to all and will gather and analyze current data about biases faced by attorneys in various settings who are parents and caregivers of children. This study will provide evidence-based recommendations and educational materials for legal employers and bar associations to use in their efforts to create a more equitable working environment for attorneys who are caregivers of children. Take the survey by clicking here: https://americanbar.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eFDsyqIo2NMMso6
Congratulations to the 2022 Margaret Brent Award Honorees!
These five women attorneys are paving the way for future generations. For more details and to view the videos of the honorees, visit https://bit.ly/3vSBLtv
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In light of the Dobbs decision and reproductive choice, please see the link to the statement below from ABA President Reginald Turner:
https://www.americanbar.org/news/abanews/aba-news-archives/2022/06/aba-presidential-statement-re-dobbs-v-jackson/
WASHINGTON, June 24, 2022 — The American Bar Association remains committed to doing all it can to support reproductive choice. Limiting this choice can have devastating consequences for those who are pregnant and can adversely affect their physical a
Join us on June 8th, 12:30-2p CT for "Reproductive Health & Assisted Reproductive Technology Access," a webinar examining the current overall access to reproductive health and assisted reproductive technology (ART) for diverse communities, including cultural competency and language and economic access. Panelists will consider insurance and financial issues around reproductive health, abortion services, and the definitions of infertility as it intersects with LGBTQ+ families. Register today!
This program jointly Sponsored by the ABA Section of Civil Rights and Social Justice, Commission on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity, and Commission on Women in the Profession and Co-sponsored by the ABA Section of Family Law.
This free, non-CLE webinar will examine current overall access to reproductive health and assisted reproductive technology (ART) for diverse communities, including cultural competency and language and economic access. Panelists will consider insurance and financial issues around reproductive health,...
We’re excited to announce the Commission on Women in the Profession’s 2022 Day of Conversation, Tuesday, May 24, 2022!
The purpose of the annual Day of Conversation is to build allyship among women, with the goal of tearing down barriers to further unite us and erode race and ethnicity bias in the legal profession. We encourage you to host your own program and utilize the Commission’s “This Talk Isn’t Cheap” research and toolkit to facilitate meaningful conversations with colleagues from various racial and ethnic backgrounds about equity within the profession and in your workplace. Visit https://ambar.org/dayofconversation for more information and to register to host your own event.
Congratulations to The Honorable Ketanji Brown Jackson
on her confirmation to the United States Supreme Court!
https://www.nytimes.com/live/2022/04/07/us/ketanji-brown-jackson-vote-scotus
The 53-47 vote elevated the first Black woman to the pinnacle of the judicial branch as senators erupted in cheers. Three Republicans joined Democrats in supporting President Biden’s nominee.
Join the Commission on Domestic & Sexual Violence and Civil Rights and Social Justice Section to talk about the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
Date: Friday, April 8, 2022 3:00-4:30 p.m. ET | 12:00-1:30 a.m. PT
Register here: https://americanbar.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UQnAO_eiQPKSFw_FtPOcDA
Signed by the President on March 15th, the most recent reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) took nearly 5 years and 2 presidential administrations to get through Congress. What is actually in VAWA? What provisions were reauthorized to continue? What updates were made to this critical source of policy and funding for combatting gender-based violence (GBV) nationally? An esteemed panel of subject matter experts will guide you through the current federal legislative landscape for survivors of GBV as directed by the most recent version of VAWA.
Signed by the President on March 15th, the most recent reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) took nearly 5 years and 2 presidential administrations to get through Congress. What is actually in VAWA? What provisions were reauthorized to continue? What updates were made to this crit...
The Commission on Women in the Profession is proud to announce our 2022 Brent honorees! They are:
• Michele Goodwin; Chancellor’s Professor, University of California, Irvine School of Law; Senior Lecturer, Harvard Medical School; Host of On The Issues With Michele Goodwin at Ms. Magazine; Laguna Beach, CA.
• Christina L. Martini; Partner, Global Head of McDermott’s Trademark Prosecution and Controversy Practice, McDermott Will & Emery; Chicago, IL.
• Laura J. Schumacher; Vice Chairman, External Affairs and Chief Legal Officer, AbbVie; North Chicago, IL
• Myra C. Selby; Partner, Ice Miller; Indianapolis, IN.
• Wendy Shiba, Retired Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary of KB Home; Principal with the Red Bee Group; Altadena, CA
These exceptional women will be recognized during the Brent awards ceremony on Sunday August 7th, 2022 in Chicago as part of ABA Annual Meeting. Join us to celebrate our honorees! We'd appreciate your support of the Commission and our honorees.
To learn more: https://www.americanbar.org/groups/diversity/women/margaret-brent-awards/
Sponsorship opportunities brochure:https://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/administrative/women/cwp-fundraising-flyer.pdf
Today is - the day that marks how far into this year the average woman must work to match what her male counterparts made the year before. But, this doesn’t tell the whole story about the gender wage gap. Learn more today!
https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2022/03/15/equal-pay-day-2022/
March 15 marks how far into the new year the average woman must work to match what the average man made the year before.
Join the ABA Senior Lawyers Division for their non-CLE webinar entitled "50 Years of Gender Justice: What’s Next?" on March 14 from Noon – 1 PM ET.
Register here: https://www.americanbar.org/events-cle/mtg/web/420761260/
The fight for gender equity, equality, and justice in the law has evolved dramatically over the last half a century and the National Women’s Law Center (NWLC) has had a front row seat for every major victory – and loss. Join us to mark Women’s History Month with a time traveling conversation between National Women's Law Center co-founder, Marcia Greenberger, and its current president and CEO, Fatima Goss Graves. They will examine the tipping point our country is in through the lens of the major legal milestones that brought us here.
In recognition of International Women's Day, join the ABA Section of Civil Rights and Social Justice for a webinar focused on this new global labor standard and how it can be used to bolster efforts by the U.S. government, employers, and workers' organizations to prevent and address GBVH in the world of work.
International Women’s Day 2022: Ending Gender-Based Violence and Harassment in the World of Work - Tuesday, March 8 @ 1:30 p.m. ET
Register here: https://americanbar.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_iB0Jj0iLQmWsNZrr0svoBA
Another program co-sponsored by the Commission is held by the ABA Senior Lawyers Division on Wednesday, March 9 @ 12:00 p.m. ET titled Preparing for Lift-Off: Your Personal Journey to Post-Practice Life.
A panel of seasoned attorneys discuss the joys, fears and freedom in their personal journey to a post-practice life.
Register at https://ambar.org/Liftoffprep.
Happy International Women's Day! At the Commission we're always dedicated to advancing . The Margaret Brent Women Lawyers of Achievement Award highlights five women lawyers every year for their outstanding achievements in the law profession. Click below to read more about our previous Margaret Brent Award winners:
https://www.americanbar.org/groups/diversity/women/margaret-brent-awards/pasthonorees/
The Color Tax: Origins of the Modern-Day Racial Wealth Gap
February 16, 2-3PM CST
The ABA Coalition on Racial and Ethnic Justice, in partnership with the ABA Sections on Civil Rights and Social Justice, Real Property Trust and Estates, and State and Local Government will present a webinar featuring The Color Tax: The Origins of the Modern-Day Racial Wealth Gap.
The Color Tax: Origins of the Modern-Day Racial Wealth Gap, is Episode 3 of the five-part documentary series, Shame of Chicago. The Color Tax tells the story of how a system of predatory home contract sales during the 1950s and 60s plundered enormous sums of wealth from black families seeking the American dream of homeownership. In a compelling narrative format, The Color Tax documents who peddled the contracts, how and why they were allowed to do it, and what happened when black families organized to fight back, in one of Chicago’s most heart-wrenching and perilous campaigns for racial and economic justice.
While the film focuses on these practices in Chicago, we imagine a program that broadens the discussion beyond Chicago’s Black community. Many of these predatory practices still exist in some form today. The program will also include a discussion of their impact beyond the inability to build wealth.
Moderators:
Juan Thomas, Of Counsel, Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer; Chair-elect, ABA Section on Civil Rights and Social Justice; Bruce Orenstein, Director, Editor, Producer; Artist in Residence, Samuel DuBois Cook Center on Social Equity, Duke University; Graham C. Grady, Partner, Taft Law; Dr. Beryl Satter, Author, Family Properties: Race, Real Estate and the Exploitation of Black Urban America; Professor of History, Rutgers University-Newark
Register here: https://lnkd.in/eGY9aeCK
Register now for Shame of Chicago Documentary's event on Crowdcast, scheduled to go live on Wednesday February 16, 2022 at 2:00 pm CST.
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