The Empowering Women of Color Conference is an annual event organized by the Empowering Women of Color (EWOC) student group at Columbia Law School. EWOC is dedicated to supporting and advocating for women of color within the legal profession, providing a platform for dialogue, mentorship, and professional development.
The conference features a series of panels and discussions that address the unique challenges and opportunities faced by women of color in the legal field. Topics often include strategies for career advancement, navigating systemic barriers, and fostering inclusive environments within legal institutions. The event aims to empower attendees by sharing insights and experiences from accomplished professionals and scholars.
In addition to the panels, the conference offers networking opportunities, allowing participants to connect with peers, mentors, and potential employers. Notable speakers have included leaders such as Paulette Brown, the first Black woman president-elect of the American Bar Association, and Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson. These sessions provide valuable perspectives on overcoming obstacles and achieving success in the legal profession.
The conference is designed for law students, legal professionals, and anyone interested in advancing diversity and inclusion within the legal field. Attendees can expect to gain practical tools, build meaningful connections, and be inspired to contribute to positive change in their communities.
Speakers(14)
Adelle Fontanet-Torres
Alumna at Columbia Law School
Adelle Fontanet-Torres is an alumna of Columbia Law School and a founder of Empowering Women of Color.
Akilah Hughes
Artist at null
Akilah Hughes is an artist who participated in a panel discussion during the conference.
Alexandra P. Swain
Alumni Chair at Empowering Women of Color
Alexandra P. Swain serves as the alumni chair for Empowering Women of Color at Columbia Law School.
Anna Brown
Director of Global Diversity & Inclusion at Shearman & Sterling
Anna Brown is the director of global diversity & inclusion at Shearman & Sterling and a Columbia Law School alumna.
Brittany L. Hazelwood
President at Empowering Women of Color
Brittany L. Hazelwood is the president of Empowering Women of Color at Columbia Law School.
Frances Negrón-Muntaner
Professor at Columbia University
Frances Negrón-Muntaner is a professor at Columbia University and director of the Center for the Study of Ethnicity and Race.
Jamila M. Hall
Partner at Jones Day
Jamila M. Hall is a partner at Jones Day in Atlanta and a Columbia Law School alumna.
Jamilah Lemieux
Senior Digital Editor at Ebony Magazine
Jamilah Lemieux is a senior digital editor at Ebony magazine and participated in a panel discussion on the portrayal of women of color in the media.
Juliana Huxtable
Artist at null
Juliana Huxtable is an artist who participated in a panel discussion during the conference.
Kara Brown
Staff Writer at Jezebel
Kara Brown is a staff writer at Jezebel and participated in a panel discussion on the portrayal of women of color in the media.
Kimberlé Williams Crenshaw
Professor of Law at Columbia Law School
Kimberlé Williams Crenshaw is a professor of law at Columbia Law School and a leading scholar in the field of critical race theory.
Michelle Pham
Alumna at Columbia Law School
Michelle Pham is an alumna of Columbia Law School and a founder of Empowering Women of Color.
Paulette Brown
Labor and Employment Partner; Co-Chair of Diversity Committee at Locke Lord Edwards
Paulette Brown is a labor and employment partner and co-chair of the diversity committee at Locke Lord Edwards in New Jersey. She co-authored the ABA report 'Visible Invisibility: Women of Color in Law Firms.'
Zila R. Acosta
Advisory Committee Member at Empowering Women of Color
Zila R. Acosta is an advisory committee member of Empowering Women of Color at Columbia Law School.
Event Details
- Date
- April 10, 2015
- Location
- 🇺🇸 New York, United States
- Columbia Law School
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Law students, legal professionals, advocates for diversity and inclusion
- CLE Credits
- CLE accreditation pending
- Attendees
- Varies annually