NATIONAL CONFERENCE
BLACK LAWYERS

ABOUT NCBL

The National Conference of Black Lawyers

WHO WE ARE:

The National Conference of Black Lawyers (NCBL) is an association of lawyers, scholars, judges, legal workers, law students, and legal activists. We are associated with the purpose of enhancing our professional strength and skill for the benefit of the Black community in its struggle for full social political and economic rights.

NCBL is a bar association, but its program focuses on matters of critical concern to the broader Black community. We seek to utilize the vehicles of the law to advance the fight against racism and the inequities it produces.

OUR MISSION

The National Conference of Black Lawyers’ mission is to serve as the legal arm of the movement for Black Liberation, to protect human rights, to achieve self-determination of Africa and African Communities in the Diaspora and to work in coalition to assist in ending the oppression of all peoples.

OUR GOALS

Providing legal support to individuals and groups consistent with its mission.
Providing professional development support to legal workers, including lawyers, legal assistants, law students and others involved in work consistent with its mission.
Developing and participating in delegations to national and international conferences or programs that address issues pertaining to the organization’s mission.
Creating educational programs for the public on matters of concern consistent with the organization’s mission.
Working in coalition and cooperation with other organizations, groups, and individuals who support the principles and mission of the NCBL.

UPCOMING NCBL EVENTS

Thu, Oct 05
NCBL National Conference 2023
Washington, DC, USA
Details
Oct 05, 2023, 2:00 PM EDT – Oct 08, 2023, 1:00 PM EDT
Washington, DC, USA
A LUTA CONTINUA: OWNING A RADICAL VISION OF BLACK LIBERATION October 5, 6, 7, 8, 2023
Fri, Oct 08
LEAP CLE Master Class 10.08.2021
Zoom Webinar
Details
Oct 08, 2021, 12:00 PM – 4:30 PM EDT
Zoom Webinar
LEAP CLE Master Classes are 4 CLE Credits | Advanced Registration Payment Required | Early Discount for Lawyers thru September 15, 2021 | Zoom Webinar ID & Password Provided After Registration & Payment.
Thu, Oct 08
LEAP CLE Master Class 10/08/2020
Webinar
Details
Oct 08, 2020, 12:00 PM – 4:45 PM EDT
Webinar
LEAP CLE MASTER SERIES [Advanced registration is required.]
Sat, Jul 25
LEAP CLE Master Class 07/25/2020
Webinar
Details
Jul 25, 2020, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM EDT
Webinar
LEAP CLE MASTER SERIES [Advanced registration is required.]
Wed, Jun 17
2020 Juneteenth Forum: FIGHTING FOR DEMOCRACY + PROTECTING THE VOTE
Online Event Webinar
Details
Jun 17, 2020, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
Online Event Webinar
SAVE THE DATE !!!! June 17, 2020 @ 7:30 pm, NCBL WEBINAR to learn WHY BIPOC VOTES MATTER! this year. SAVE THE DATE !!!!
Thu, Jun 04
Resisting Police Violence - The Ongoing Racial Pandemic
Webinar
Details
Jun 04, 2020, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM EDT
Webinar
In this webinar, an expert panel provided context for the current crisis, discuss recent developments in the cases of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, Tony McDade, George Floyd, and community strategies that address the demands for systemic change.
Fri, Oct 11
NCBL REGIONAL CONFERENCE @ RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA
Fruit of Labor World Cultural Center
Details
Oct 11, 2019, 6:00 PM – Oct 12, 2019, 11:59 PM
Fruit of Labor World Cultural Center, 4200 Lake Ridge Dr, Raleigh, NC 276043421, USA
On Oct. 11th & Oct. 12, Black Lawyers, Legal Workers, Law Students, and Supporters/Activists are gathering in Raleigh, NC for a Regional Meeting of the National Conference of Black Lawyers (NCBL).
Mon, Sep 23
AN INTER.GENERATIONAL CONVERSATION @ NEW YORK & LIVE STREAM
The Riverside Church
Details
Sep 23, 2019, 7:00 PM EDT
The Riverside Church, 490 Riverside Dr, New York, NY 10027, USA
The future direction of the movement for Black liberation and the Challenges for Black lawyers.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF BLACK LAWYERS

SHIRLEY TRAYLOR

PRESIDENT

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FIRST LAST

VICE PRESIDENT

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TREASURER

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SECRETARY

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NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF BLACK LAWYERS

COMMUNICATION COMMITTEE BIOS

NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF BLACK LAWYERS

NCBL REGIONAL CHAPTERS

Since our founding in 2000, NCBL has developed and grown in a positive direction. We’re very proud of the diversity of our staff, and their abilities to contribute their own unique experience and skills to our success. Find out more about some of our team members below.

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NBCL DETROIT CHAPTER

Detroit, Michigan

Experienced, trustworthy, fun. These are just a few of the ways coworkers describe this invaluable member of our team. Reese Whiteman is truly a joy to be around and makes it a pleasure to come to work every single day.

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