May 7, 2008

Diversify, Join AAJ and the Minority Caucus

When you join AAJ, your membership in the Minority Caucus is free.

The dynamic AAJ Minority Caucus is dedicated to the development of education and networking programs as well as other activities of special interest to members of color.

When you become active with the Minority Caucus, you join nearly 2,000 AAJ members of color who enjoy the following benefits and opportunities:

• Receive the quarterly Minority Caucus Newsletter filled with substantive articles and current events, as well as gain recognition by writing an article for publication.

• Participate in the Minority Caucus list server to exchange ideas and dialog with other members.

• Contribute legal documents to AAJ Exchange and access material that other members have contributed.

• Serve on AAJ committees.

• Become a speaker for an AAJ Education program.

• Serve as an Ambassador or Mentor for Law Student members.

Active involvement in the Minority Caucus can open doors to new friendships, career opportunities and personal and professional recognition.  If you are interested in serving on an AAJ committee in 2008-2009, contact AAJ President-Elect Les Weisbrod by e-mailing him at les.weisbrod@justice.org.

If you are interested in becoming active in any of the opportunities listed above, please contact Gina R. Spear, Associate Director Membership Groups, by calling her at 800-424-2725, ext. 341, or you can e-mail her at gina.spear@justice.org.

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