YLD 2021 - A Strategic Plan

    Our Mission

    The Young Lawyers Division is committed to enhancing the professional and personal development of new lawyers through educational, leadership, networking, advocacy and public service opportunities, with a dedication to diversity and inclusion in all of its efforts. 

    Our Vision

    A diverse, inclusive and service-oriented profession in which young lawyers and young lawyer organizations are equipped for professional and individual success.

    Read the full strategic plan here.

    GOAL 1

    Increase the Division’s Impact on the Profession and Society 

    • Create meeting and online Content that is relevant for young lawyers, drives home value of membership 
    • Multi-Year Member Service Projects and Public Service Projects that involve the committees and teams and get adopted by ABA entities 
    • Leverage technology to its fullest potential to reach out to members 

    GOAL 2

    Create the Profession’s Future Leaders 

    • Continue to support Goal III entities to ensure ABA reflects profession 
    • Foster Effective and Meaningful Connection for Young Lawyer Organizations and their leaders 
    • Create homes for Affiliate Leaders, Scholars, Subject Matter Leaders, and Other Leaders in the ABA 

    GOAL 3

    Effectively Connect Stakeholders to Decision Makers 

    • Have an Assembly that advocates for access to justice issues and professional development needs of young lawyers while increasing involvement in broader ABA policy creation 
    • Educate the ABA on Diversity in the Profession 
    • Engage Affiliated Organizations through improved communications 

    Public Comment

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