Diversity, Inclusion and Learning Environment
Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our role as a leading public law school in one of the most diverse cities in the world. Some of our specific goals include creating an inclusive and supportive law school community; engaging in critical discourse about legal and social issues within the law which are often avoided or suppressed; developing professional identity; and enhancing cultural sensibility to equip students with the tools necessary to effectively practice in an increasingly diverse world. We accomplish these goals by bringing together members of the law school community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to consider meaningful issues. Our collaborative approach is designed to appeal to students, faculty, staff and alumni through a variety of platforms.
UCLA School of Law Academic Outreach Resource
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The Academic Outreach Resource Center is committed to ensuring equity, access and excellence in legal education. To that end, the Academic Outreach Resource Center is dedicated to aggressively and imaginatively engaging in a wide variety of outreach initiatives designed to encourage students from diverse backgrounds to apply and attend law school at UCLA.
Dialogue Events
Building bridges across various lines begins with open dialogue and increased understanding about our respective experiences, backgrounds and biases. At UCLA Law, we strive to create multiple platforms for students, faculty and staff to engage in conversation about a myriad of issues. Additionally, we look to translate those conversations into strategies and programs.
Workshops and Trainings
The Inclusive Excellence Committee sponsors workshops, trainings, and conferences on subject such as inclusive teaching.
Cultural Exchange and Celebration
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This series features live music performances by student musicians from across campus to promote diversity, inclusion and wellness over a communal meal in the Shapiro Courtyard. The Office for Student Affairs has co-presented Real Music events with the Black Law Students Association, La Raza Law Students Association, Native American Law Students Association and South Asian Law Students Association, featuring the music, dance, food and history of the groups represented.
Alumni Engagement and Student Connections
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Based on the pillars of Leadership, Empowerment, Advancement and Distinction, UCLA Law Women LEAD provides a lifelong partnership with women in the legal profession. The initiative addresses the distinct challenges facing our alumnae throughout their careers and will create an intergenerational support network to assist and partner with women from first-year law students to professionals at the most senior levels.