Diversity and Inclusion

    It is the mission of the TIPS Diversity Committee to advance diversity and inclusion at all levels within the Section, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, economic status and other diverse backgrounds. 

    Message from the Chair

    Jordan Howlette & Marla Dickerson

    Dear TIPS family and friends, We are honored and privileged to lead this instrumental committee during a pivotal moment in our nation’s history. The work associated with developing, promoting, and implementing diversity, inclusion, and equity initiatives is not new. Recent events across the country, however, remind us that we must work together as professionals to learn and teach others about the importance of fostering diversity and promoting inclusivity. This work leads to positions of respect and appreciation for the differences among us, whether that be age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, sexual identity, education, national origin, or any other distinguishing characteristic or trait. The work will require us to create spaces that welcome and value everyone’s input on an equal playing field.

    TIPS Diversity Plan

    The Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section (TIPS) of the American Bar Association (ABA) is committed to diversity and inclusion and demonstrates this commitment by promoting equal participation by minorities, women, attorneys with disabilities and LGBT attorneys in the Section and in the legal profession as whole. Diversity strengthens the Section by providing its members with unique and valuable perspectives from exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable and experienced attorneys across a variety of practice areas.

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