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Sarasota Chapter of the Florida Association For Women Lawyers, Inc.
About Sarasota Chapter of the Florida Association For Women Lawyers, Inc.
Founded in 1984, the Sarasota Chapter of the Florida Association for Women Lawyers stands as a collective voice dedicated to advancing gender equality and empowering women's leadership within the legal profession and broader Sarasota, FL community. The organization's mission extends beyond member benefits to encompass meaningful community impact and social justice. Through annual charitable initiatives, the chapter has supported numerous local causes including implementing a child witness room at the courthouse, providing intern stipends to Legal Aid of Manasota, supporting the CYESIS Teen Parent Program, supplying rape victim kits to law enforcement, and funding the local Comprehensive Treatment Court. This commitment to service reflects the organization's core values of integrity, honor, and justice. Membership remains open to all lawyers and law students who share these values, fostering a supportive environment where both men and women can collaborate toward common goals. The chapter combines professional development with genuine camaraderie, creating friendships and partnerships that strengthen the entire legal community. By actively promoting reform in law and facilitating the administration of justice, the Sarasota Chapter demonstrates that professional organizations can be powerful forces for positive change. Members participate in meaningful work that extends their impact far beyond individual practice, contributing to systemic improvements and community wellbeing while advancing their own professional growth and leadership.