Diversity & Inclusion
GW Law is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion among all students, faculty, and staff. We are proud of the diverse perspectives brought to the community by individuals from around the country and the world. We strive to be a community that acknowledges and celebrates our differences, welcomes challenging dialogues, and provides a space where unique individual and group values are shared and honored. Through our many student groups and committees, GW Law works together to create an atmosphere that accepts all perspectives and champions for increased knowledge and care for one another.
If you have more questions about GW Law’s diversity and inclusion initiatives, please contact Carmia Caesar, Associate Dean for Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, at [email protected].
Diversity & Inclusion Resources
- Disability Resources
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GW Student Resources
National Resources
- American Association of People with Disabilities
- American Bar Association Commission on Disability Rights
- Bender Registry for Federal Government Attorney Positions
- Federal Schedule A Hiring Authority Fact Sheet: Tips for Youth and Young Adults with Disabilities Interested in Starting a Career with the Federal Government
- Interviewing Tips for Law Students with Disabilities (available in the Career Center)
- Job Accommodation Network
U.S. Department of Labor
- GW Cultural Resources
- Information for Pregnant and Parenting Students
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The GW Title IX Office provides resources and support for pregnant and parenting students. For more information, please see their website or contact them at [email protected].
- LGBTQ Resources
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GW Law Student Association Resources
Local Resources
- The LGBT Bar Association of the District of Columbia
- LGBT Bar Association of Maryland (MD)
- Virginia Equality Bar Association (VA)
National Resources
- Racially, Culturally, and Ethnically Diverse Resources
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- Asian/Pacific American Law Student Association (APALSA)
- Black Law Student Association (BLSA)
- East Asian Law Society (EALS)
- Latino Law Student Association (LLSA)
- Native American Law Student Association (NALSA)
- South Asian Law Student Association (SALSA)
GW Alumni Association
- GW Asian American Law Alumni Association
- GW Association of Black Law Alumni
- GW Latino Law Alumni Association
Local Resources
- Asian Pacific American Bar Association of the Greater Washington DC Area
- Greater Washington Area Chapter (GWAC), Women Lawyers
- Hispanic Bar Association of the District of Columbia
- Iranian American Bar Association, DC Chapter
- Native American Bar Association of Washington, DC
- South Asian Bar Association of Washington, DC
- Vietnamese American Bar Association of the Greater Washington DC Area
National Resources
- ABA’s Commission on Racial & Ethnic Diversity in the Profession
- Advocates Society – The Association of Polish-American Attorneys
- American Indian Law Center, Inc.
- Armenian Bar Association
- Hispanic National Bar Association
- Iranian American Bar Association
- LatinoJustice PRLDEF
- Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund
- Minority Corporate Counsel Association
- NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc.
- National Asian Pacific American Bar Association
- National Asian Pacific American Law Student Association
- National Black Law Students Association
- National Conference of Black Lawyers
- National Native American Bar Association
- National Native American Law Students Association
- Native American Rights Fund
- Puerto Rican Bar Association
- South Asian Bar Association of North America
- The Dominican Bar Association
- Washington Bar Association
- Religious Resources
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GW Student Resources
- Christian Legal Society
- J. Reuben Clark Law Society
- Jewish Law Student Association (JLSA)
- Muslim Law Students Association
Local Resources
National Resources
- Reporting a Bias Incident
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Generally, bias-related acts are characterized by some expression of hate or bias against a particular group, or towards an individual because of their membership (or perceived membership) in that group. Bias incidents may range from acts considered to be offensive to actions that cause harm.
Bias acts may be verbal, written, or contained in an image, or physical in nature. These behaviors often contribute to creating an unsafe or unwelcoming environment for individuals and social identity groups. Acts can qualify as bias acts even when delivered with humorous intent or presented as a joke or a prank.
- Title IX Sexual Harassment and Related Conduct Policy
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All students are bound by the University Title IX Sexual Harassment and Related Conduct Policy. Students may report an incident to the Title IX Coordinator by phone at (202) 994-7434 or via their website. Students can receive confidential support for any trauma-related incident through the Office of Safety and Support.
- Resources for Women
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GW Law Student Association Resources
Local Resources
- Virginia Women Attorneys Association
- Women’s Bar Association of the District of Columbia
- Women’s Bar Association of Maryland
National Resources
- Student Organizations
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Asian/Pacific American Law Student Association
[email protected]Atypical Student Society
[email protected]Black Law Student Association (BLSA)
[email protected] | WebsiteChristian Legal Society
[email protected]The Feminist Forum
[email protected]J. Reuben Clark Law Society
[email protected] | WebsiteJewish Law Student Association (JLSA)
[email protected]Lambda Law
[email protected] | WebsiteLatino Law Student Association (LLSA)
[email protected]Law Association for Women (LAW)
[email protected]Muslim Law Student Association (MLSA)
[email protected]South Asian Law Student Association
[email protected] - Additional National Resources