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Topic One: "How Understanding Legal Ethical Considerations and Identity Fosters Belonging" Presented by: Robin Reese, CLI Executive Director and Jon Olafson, Partner at Lewis & Brisbois 1 Ethics and 1 DEI CLE has been applied.

Litigator to Judicial Officer Perspective from the Bench of Common Litigation Pitfalls WEBINAR February 7, 2023, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM The Honorable Judge LaQunya L. Baker Arapahoe County Court Judge Approved for 1 HR DEI credit The Honorable Judge LaQunya L. Baker will give her perspective as a newly appointed judge to the Arapahoe County Court Civil Bench on common issues litigators run into while litigating county court civil trials, small claims trials, protection order hearings, and eviction proceedings. We will explore what practices from civil litigators have worked well, as well as areas where attorneys could improve. Additionally, this CLE will explore how litigators interact with the bench when practicing in front of judges of color and female judges, and ways to check your own implicit bias at the door of the courthouse to combat misogyny and racism in the judicial system. Hosted Happy Hour to follow. Contact Robert E Donegan Colorado Defense Lawyers Assn 3032636466 bo@codla.org

NAAWS will be performing a repertoire of classical music catalog, including never performed pieces for the Boulder community. The NAACP’s mission is to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate race-based discrimination. It is clear that the role of the NAACP, as the organization of change and social justice, is more critical than ever before. At this pivotal time in our history, we are proud to feature many activities to help highlight our efforts to lead, advance and advocate. The highlight of our Freedom Fund Celebration will feature in concert the Nashville African American Wind Symphony (NAAWS) NAAWS a world-class wind band ensemble that creates a vital cultural experience through the performance of exceptional music.

Presented by SCBA with CU BLSA and DU BLSA

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Sister-to-Sister, Inc “Towards Health Equity: Saving Lives of Black Mothers & Infants Inaugural Fundraising Gala,” History Colorado Center. Help us eradicate maternal mortality, infant mortality, racial and ethnic disparities in healthcare! Join us for The Sister-to-Sister, Inc. inaugural fundraiser to address health disparities plaguing Black communities. Business or semi-formal attire please. Our fundraiser includes... Delicious Buffet Dinner Educational Program Parking Included Cash Bar Music Silent Auction Door Prizes Mistress of Ceremonies: Ms. Brandi K. Freeman, M.D., MS, Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Affiliations: Children‘s Hospital, University of Colorado School of Medicine Guest Speaker: Ms. Dayna Bowen Matthew, J.D., PH.D, First Female and Black Dean of The George Washington School of Law, Washington, D.C.; Sr. Fellow: The Brookings Institute; Author: "Just Medicine: A Cure for Racial Inequality in American Healthcare", and "Just Health: Treating Structural Racism to Heal America"; Book signing with publisher‘s discount VIP-Invitaion-Only Private Reception for Sponsors and Donors Ticketholder‘s and Guest‘s Free Tour of Museum Exhibits Because we must commit to a certain number of guests for the catered gala, tickets are non-refundable.

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CU BLSA – Black History Month: A Celebration – Solidarity Suite at CULaw and Conference Room + Front of School