Equality at Law operates from an anti-o intersectional feminist perspective to address local & systemic oppressions through grassroots activism.
The Women in Law Society at the Bora Laskin Faculty of Law is a student run grassroots activist collective. We operate from an anti-oppression intersectional feminist perspective. This theoretical approach acknowledges that individuals face oppression simultaneously through various biological, cultural, and social axes of identity including sex, gender, sexual orientation, race, class, citizenship, ability, colour, size, religion, location, age, and country of origin, which contribute to systemic and institutionalized social inequality and injustice.
As future lawyers, we address the gendered issues and obstacles women face in the legal profession. We also engage in community activism. We are currently working with the Elizabeth Fry Society of Northwestern Ontario and looking to expand our community partnerships in the upcoming academic year.
The Women in Law Society has many active members from 1st year to 3rd year. The WLS Executive leaders for the 2017-2018 academic year is made up of 2L students Natalie Posala and Lauren Cooper.
Throughout the school year we host the following events:
- Annual Fall Variety Show (late October or early November), with proceeds going to the Elizabeth Fry Society of Northwestern Ontario's Jail Program.
-Halloween Bake Sale, tentatively scheduled for October 31st.
-Spring Bake Sale, with proceeds going to the club.
-Luncheon panels and discussions (throughout the year).
-Wine & Cheese Social with the Local Bar, tentatively in early 2018.
Community Involvement
In the 2017-2018 year the WLS will be establishing community partnerships with local shelters which will have volunteer opportunities for all Bora Laskin students.
The WLS is open to all students, alumna & faculty for membership.
Our Twitter: https://twitter.com/womenlaskinlaw
Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womeninlaskinlaw/?hl=en
To better the experiences of all individuals facing discrimination in the Canadian legal profession and court system by making the profession less hostile and the system more accessible.
Intersectional feminist theory
Post structural theory
Grassroots activism
Baked goods
Good times
Lots of laughs
Volunteering
Friendship
Body positivity
Mentorship
Variety Show
Fundraising
