Students, administrators, and faculty, we ask that you join and support us on Thursday October 27 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. for a symposium where we explore the question:

“Is natural black hair compatible with working in big law?”

We have planned a series of speakers, original research, insightful videos and an anthology.

Our speakers include:

President of the American Bar Association, Deborah Enix-Ross

Professor Leslie Thomas, KC (Barrister, United Kingdom)
“Why my barrister’s wig is culturally insensitive”

Professors Patricia Broussard, FAMU and Shelly Page, Southern Illinois University on:
“Policing our bodies: The Expectations and Professionalism of Black Hair in Law:  A Conversation with Professors Patricia Broussard and Shelly Page

Umar Kankiya, (Solicitor, United Kingdom)  
Can you really be your authentic self at the law firm?
Solicitor Umar Kankiya shares his experiences in English law and on the mental health aspects of not being your true self at work.

The Honorable Turkessa Rollins, General District Court  

Binta Mamadou, Associate, Allen and Overy, and Owner of Visions Braid Bar

This event is sponsored by the Black Law Students Association.

Free event, registration required. Register here.

Lunch and Learn, with food served at 12:00 p.m.

For more information, please visit Black Hair, Big Law Symposium.