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CRSJ Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Resources

Advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging within CRSJ, the ABA, and the legal profession through education, advocacy, and support.

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Strengthening the ABA's Commitment to Social Justice: The Role of CRSJ and Its Members in Advancing Civil Rights and Equity

This article emphasizes the ABA's commitment to social justice and diversity through the work of the Civil Rights and Social Justice Section, highlighting membership, resources, and committee restructuring to advance justice and equity.

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Civil Rights Bootcamp

March 7 & 14, 2025 | The Civil Rights Lawyer Bootcamp is a virtual training program for young lawyers, law students, general and small practice lawyers, public service lawyers, and other advocates focused on providing resources, training, and information on the various options and aspects of being and practicing civil rights law. 

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21-Day Habit Building Challenges

The 21-Day Habit Building Challenges include a syllabus of short daily assignments designed to educate and make participants more aware of the historic and current challenges impacting unrepresented communities.

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CRSJ DEI Content

A collection of Civil Right and Social Justtice articles and videos focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

 

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ABA Toolkit for Advancing DEI in the Workplace

This toolkit is designed to assist private employers in implementing the recommendations and guidance applicable to corporations and law firms. The Toolkit addresses, for example, recruitment and retention strategies, professional development programs, and the creation of supportive work environments.

 

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ABA DEI Center Resources

The ABA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Center provides guidance, spearheads projects, and enhances collaboration and communication to advance ABA Goal III–to eliminate bias and enhance diversity in our Association, legal profession, and justice system. Goal III entities within the Center advance different but interrelated areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

 

 

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Post-SFFA v. Harvard/Affirmative Action

Affirmative Action, policies aimed at increasing educational and workplace opportunities for people who are underrepresented in various areas of our society, were created to address historical systems that have prevented the equal participation of certain communities, generally women and communities of color.

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ABA Presidential Speaker Series

Exclusive conversations with world leaders, thought leaders, businesspeople, philanthropists, entertainers, and others encapsulating the theme “Lifting Our Voices, Charting the Future” under ABA Past President Mary L. Smith This series spotlighted trailblazers and thinkers shaping the course of our collective future, and was designed to inspire, provoke thought, and foster a deeper understanding of pressing national and global issues.

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Join the ABA Civil Rights and Social Justice Section today for $45 + ABA Membership. Law Students can join for free.

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