Office for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging of the New York City Bar Association

30 years apart, Anita Hill and Christine Blasey Ford provoked a reckoning about who is given the power to shape the future of our country by telling the story of one of the most private moments of their lives in one of the most public settings imaginable. With an ensemble of four actors speaking verbatim from the transcripts of these pivotal hearings, these two women’s stories and their consequential impact on our nation can be seen side by side in a new light in Waterwell’s illuminating new production. Purchase tickets at the link below: https://lnkd.in/e58tccbe *A limited number of $15 tickets are available for each performance! FEATURING: Tony Nominee AMBER IMAN, Obie Winner ELIZABETH MARVEL, alongside renowned actors DYLAN BAKER and ERIC BERRYMAN A Waterwell Production presented by Woolly Mammoth + The Public Theater THE FORD / HILL PROJECT Created by Elizabeth Marvel + Lee Sunday Evans, who also directs October 16 - 20, 2024 The Public Theater, New York City Sound Design: Mikhail Fiksel and Jeffrey Salerno Lighting Design: Oona Curley Props Design: Faye Armon-Troncoso Production Stage Manager: Katie Young Costume Coordinator: Amanda Roberge

💼 Calling all legal professionals! ⚖️ Join the NYC Bar Association's Office for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (ODEIB) for the 2nd Annual Power the Pipeline Conference and D&I Champion event! This impactful conference brings together attorneys, managing partners, DEI professionals, educators, students, and more to strengthen the pipeline into the legal profession. What to expect: Connect with industry experts and fellow stakeholders. Learn about the state of the law and best practices for pipeline programs. Get involved with the National Association of Pipeline Organizations. Make a difference in the legal industry and society at large. Register now: https://lnkd.in/eQYcdCDw 👏 Thank you to our sponsors: Gold Sponsor: Proskauer Rose LLP Bronze Sponsor: Vinson & Elkins Sponsorship opportunities are still available! Contact Angie Avila-Lanciotti at aavila@nycbar.org to learn more. 🏆 Stay tuned! We'll be announcing our Diversity Champion and Fire Starter recipients in the coming days. #PowerThePipeline #Diversity #Inclusion #LegalProfession #NYCBar

Join the Environmental Law Committee for a discussion on NYSDEC's Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP) and New York City's Voluntary Cleanup Program (VCP) which encourage private-sector cleanups of contaminated sites and promotes the redevelopment of the sites through economic incentives. The panel will discuss the potential impact these programs may have on environmental justice communities in New York City and also look at various case studies across New York City and their differing perspectives on the topic. Register using the link below: https://lnkd.in/e2kUtQxu #environmentaljustice #brownfieldcleanupprogram #diversityequityinclusionbelonging

Registration is NOW OPEN for ODEIB's Second Annual Power the Pipeline Conference! Join us Monday, October 21, 2024 from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. We’re inviting stakeholders ready to move the needle to this in-person conference where we’ll learn about the state of the law surrounding pipeline & diversity initiatives, have the opportunity to connect with industry experts to protect and expand access to the profession, and have the chance to put our heads together with other changemakers to solidify a commitment to the pipeline. Visit the links below bio to get involved - Register: https://lnkd.in/eQYcdCDw Donate: https://lnkd.in/eGudycjy Contact mellenlarosa@nycbar.org to learn about sponsorship opportunities and how to get involved. #powerthepipeline #powerthepipelineconference #pipeline #conference #diversity #equity #inclusion #belonging #diversityequityinclusionbelonging

Join the Civil Rights, Sex & Law, and LGBTQ Rights committees for a discussion on Prop 1, the New York State Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), that is on the ballot in November. The Panelists will explain what you need to know about the amendment and the legal protections and rights that it will afford all New Yorkers. Panelists will also speak to the history of the ERA in New York State, the process that was followed in order for the amendment to be placed on the ballot, and efforts to change the language on the ballot initiative to make it more accessible for voters. Further, the panelists will discuss why proponents believe it is important to pass the ERA and the movement that is opposed to its passage. Finally, attendees will learn about ways to spread the word and educate others about Prop 1. Register using the link below. https://lnkd.in/g9EJhjtK #prop1 #civilrights #transrights #equalrightsamendment #nysera #diversityequityinclusionbelonging

New Episode Alert! Malaysian/British trained attorney, Christina Chelliah, connects with the Office to explore the complicated journey a foreign-trained attorney must embark on to practice law in the United States. The plight of establishing oneself in the legal profession continues to be a hard-fought challenge even after being admitted to the Bar. Join Tanya, Angie & Mary Ellen as they speak with Ms. Chelliah about her legal training, career trajectory, and her transition to the US legal system. From there, the conversation looks to the future, exploring what an inclusive legal landscape might look like with more intentional in-roads for foreign-trained attorneys. Stream the episode here: https://lnkd.in/edwM3Rtc

Take the guesswork out of student loans! Join ODEIB & SideBar Advisors for a virtual workshop on Thursday, September 26 at 6:00 PM. We’re teaming up with Ian Murray, CSLP to demystify the student loan process. Learn about the different types of loans, the common pitfalls of the student loan process, and take a look at repayment.   We invite parents/guardians to sit in as well.   RSVP to Mary Ellen via email at mellenlarosa@nycbar.org

ALI LITE 2024 nominations are now open thru August 28, 2024. 1st - 3rd year associates are invited to learn from the experts, make lasting connections with your classmates and walk away with a whole new perspective in this 5-week intensive virtual institute. Faculty will peel back the curtain, exploring the secret handshakes and unwritten rules of the legal industry to set you up on a path to authentic success in your career. Check out the links below or contact mellenlarosa@nycbar.org to learn more. Learn more: https://tr.ee/cqwt3Itc-O Start a nomination: https://lnkd.in/gGgWPXTE #alilite2024 #associateleadershipinstitute #diversityequityinclusionbelonging

The Hofstra University Certificate in Inclusive Leadership Program provides evidence-based skills and practices that advance equity, inclusion, and belonging in school districtsand organizations. The New York State Board of Regents recommends that educationalinstitutions develop action-oriented plans to create access and opportunities for allstakeholders. This leadership certification program will equip participants with the toolsand strategies to increase capacity, drive change, and build effective teams to createsustainable and equitable systems. Participants will come away understanding terms & theories associations with diveristy, equity, inclusion & culturally responsive education; review sample equity in education frameworks/rubrics/plans; develop an equity lens through case studies and scenarios; and create an organization, school, and/or distict action plan around equity for implementation. Learn more and sign up using the link below: https://lnkd.in/exWx_eJD #hofstrauniversity #continuingeducation #certificareininclusiveleadership #inclusiveleadership #CILP #diversityequityinclusionbelonging

To torund out Pride Month and keep the conversation going, ODEIB's Mary Ellen LaRosa sat down with LGBTQ+ Rights Committee Co-Chair Hayley Gorenberg to discuss the vital topic of creating inclusive environments. During the conversation, they delve into the underlying social forces – e.g. professionalism, heteronormativity, cis sexism, ableism – and their roots in white supremacy. We can all train ourselves to recognize and interrupt dynamics of exclusion in order to produce more inclusive environments. And we can all learn to spot the gaps in understanding the are a byproduct of our privileges, as well as learn to own and correct our mistakes without defensiveness. Doing this work can be a process of growth and creativity! It’s not all blame and shame. We encourage you all to listen, reflect, and share your thoughts. https://lnkd.in/eSc-4RjR #InclusiveWorkplaces #DEIB #Allyship #NewYorkCityBarAssociation