Judge Carl Ashley and Judge Ramona A. Gonzalez, receiving awards at the 2023 Annual Meeting & Conference.
Defining Diversity and Inclusion
In 2014, the State Bar of Wisconsin Board of Governors adopted a comprehensive plan to foster systemic changes that support diversity and inclusion in the legal profession. As part of this plan, the Board adopted this broad and flexible definition of diversity and inclusion:
Diversity means including people with differing characteristics, beliefs, experiences, interests, and viewpoints. Diversity promotes an environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their differences and without regard to stereotypes, and helps to ensure a better understanding and consideration of the needs and viewpoints of others with whom we interact.
Diversity and Inclusion Oversight Committee: Ensuring Our Commitment
The Diversity and Inclusion Oversight Committee (DIOC) is central to the success of the Bar's commitment to diversity and inclusion. The committee assists, coordinates, and facilitates diversity efforts within all entities of the Bar. The committee is also responsible for institutionalizing and implementing the Bar's ultimate action plan with regard to diversity and inclusion.
To learn more or volunteer, please contact Jacque Evans at jevans@wisbar.org.
Diversity & Equity Educational Program
The
Diversity & Equity Educational Program, formerly known as the Diversity Counsel Program, gives you guidance for making your practice, your firm, and even your community a more welcoming, all-encompassing place. Hear practical, straightforward advice from judges and lawyers as they share their strategies for becoming more diverse and inclusive.
The 2025 Diversity & Equity Educational Program has concluded, but if you are interested in registering for or sponsoring the 2026 Diversity & Equity Educational Program, please contact Jacque Evans,
jevans@wisbar.org
Law Student
Become a State Bar of Wisconsin Law Student Associate today and take steps now to boost your future legal career. The State Bar of Wisconsin offers a variety of resources to help you connect with the legal profession while you’re a student. You can network with your future colleagues at events, stay up-to-date on what’s happening in the law, be added to the monthly Law Student Associate Newsletter, and access research and career resources.
Join today for free and start making connections! If you have questions, please contact Jacque Evans,
jevans@wisbar.org, (608) 250-6083
