Diversity Matters

The newsletter of the ISBA’s Diversity Leadership Council

June 2019 • Volume 12 • Number 1 •

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In This Issue

From the president: Diversity matters

By James F. McCluskey

Every member can contribute to the Illinois State Bar Association's diversity mission.
Editor’s note

By Sandra Blake

A note from the editor, Sandra Blake.
Chair’s column

By Athena Taite

An update on the Leadership Diversity Council from the chair, Athena Taite.
Count Me In reception photos

Photo highlights from the Count Me In reception hosted by the Diversity Leadership Council on Friday, Dec. 7, at the 2018 Joint Midyear Meeting.

Oscar winner’s speech aims to change the face of Hollywood

By Stephanie A. Black

The 2018 Oscars award ceremony was thick with themes of ending racial and sex-based discrimination and squaring off against the rampant harassment infecting the industry. But, the entertainment industry is not alone in navigating through these issues.

New Illinois Supreme Court rule promotes diversity of thought and experience

By William J. Anaya

The new Illinois Supreme Court Rule 794 requires licensed Illinois attorneys to attend one hour of diversity and inclusion instruction.

Diversity committee updates

Updates from the Human Rights Section Council and Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Committee.
Diversity Leadership Award

A spotlight on Mario Sullivan, the 2019 recipient of the Diversity Leadership Award.

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