Association of Black Women Lawyers of New Jersey
About Association of Black Women Lawyers of New Jersey
For fifty years, the Association of Black Women Lawyers of New Jersey has been empowering, uplifting, and supporting Black women in the Trenton, NJ community and throughout the state. Founded in 1975 by visionary women who recognized the unique needs of Black women and students pursuing law careers, ABWL-NJ has evolved into a cornerstone organization dedicated to advancing legal, educational, economic, and social empowerment for African American women, their families, and the wider New Jersey community. The organization's impact extends far beyond traditional legal services—ABWL-NJ is recognized for signature community programs including Law Day initiatives in schools, the Pink and Black Affair promoting breast cancer awareness and providing medical assistance for women of color, and the annual Scholarship Jazz Brunch that awards grants and scholarships to Black women law students while honoring community leaders. Through its Social Justice Committee, ABWL-NJ strengthens grassroots connections with the New Jersey Black Issues Convention, New Jersey Legislative Black Caucus, New Jersey NAACP State Conference, and the African American Chamber of Commerce. The organization remains steadfastly committed to providing outstanding service to women and the community through advocacy for equal justice, support for law school admission policies promoting diversity, and encouragement of employment practices that reflect true inclusion. ABWL-NJ stands as a testament to collective action, demonstrating how professional women can create meaningful change while building lasting relationships within their legal community and beyond.