Community, Networking, & Education for Women Attorneys in the U.S.
From Medium authored by Hester Prynne:
“I’m calling this post #Idontoweyou after being inspired by a post that I saw on my Facebook feed and after hearing the experience that a friend of mine went through earlier this week.”
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From Vogue authored by Emily Farra:
“If you’re participating in the Women’s Marches next weekend, there’s a good chance you’re already thinking about your outfit—and there’s nothing wrong with that. Just a few days ago, the #TimesUp blackout on the Golden Globes red carpet proved just how impactful clothing can be. You might see women marching in head-to-toe black, though the color most associated with the Women’s March is hot pink, thanks in part to the pussy hat. But you can expect to see a lot of bold stripes in the crowds, too, namely Kule’s new 1973 T-shirts created in partnership with Prinkshop and the National Institute for Reproductive Health. The tees are available starting today, and 30 percent of proceeds will go to the NIRH to help protect reproductive freedom at the state and local level.
Why 1973? Roe v. Wade was passed in January of that year—almost 45 years ago exactly—legalizing abortion in the United States. While many people will immediately know why it’s stamped across your shirt, it will spark a conversation if they don’t. “Nineteen seventy-three already symbolizes something really powerful for a lot of people, but this is a way to get more people involved,” Andrea Miller, the president of the NIRH, tells Vogue. ‘We’re looking back to look forward, and seeing what we can learn from these important moments [in the past] that transformed our society and women’s experiences.’”
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From Newsweek authored by Marie Solis:
“The announcement bucks ongoing speculation that Ginsburg, 84, is nearing retirement: Typically, justices planning on stepping down don’t hire all of their clerks for the upcoming term. Ginsburg’s include Alyssa Barnard, a Columbia Law graduate; Harvard Law grads Marco Basile and Susan Pelletier; and Stanford Law grad Michael Qian.
Ginsburg’s resignation would of course be a political gift to Trump, who’s so eager to fill an empty Supreme Court seat that he’s released the names of potential nomineesfor a vacancy that doesn’t yet exist. Trump is particularly eager to see the end of Ginsburg’s tenure ever since the self-proclaimed “flaming feminist litigator” spoke out against him during his 2016 presidential campaign.”
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From Time authored by Melinda Gates:
“You may never know their names. They work beneath the headlines and far from the spotlight. When they receive formal recognition from bodies like the Nobel Committee, it is the exception, not the norm. But the fact remains: under the radar, grassroots organizations led by women are quietly changing the world.
The year 2017 has been a painful reminder that when men hold most of the power it’s all too easy for them to abuse it. But the moment of reckoning prompted by the “Me Too” conversation has also proven that by coming together and speaking in one voice, women can tip the balance. Thanks to these brave women, men are being held accountable for their actions as never before. It’s easy to dismiss the whispers of one woman. It’s much harder to ignore a movement.”
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From Medium authored by Nicolas Cole:
“I have been extremely fortunate to have attracted some truly phenomenal mentors in my life.
In fact, just about every success or skill set I have acquired has been the result of a mentor.
Whether it was classical piano, video games, bodybuilding, music, marketing and advertising, I learned at a very young age that learning from a mentor speeds up the learning process ten fold.
And not only does it speed it up, but it teaches you nuances about the craft in a way that is nearly impossible to learn in a more formal setting, like school.
Especially in business and entrepreneurship, it seems everyone is looking for “a mentor.”
To be honest, I don’t think most people even know what a mentor really is, let alone what to look for in a mentor — so let’s start there.
In fact, a true mentor is quite literally the opposite of that.
You don’t learn by being given “the answers.” You learn by being given the space to discover the answers for yourself.
They challenge you.
They push you.
They question you.
They look out for you.
Never with the intent of impressing who they are on to you, so much as giving you the opportunity to decide for yourself who it is you want to be.
A mentor is your coach and training partner. That said, a lot of people tend to associate mentors with people in “authority figure” positions.
Truthfully, just because someone has achieved something on their own does not mean they will be a great mentor.
Let me explain.”
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From Medium – Athena Talks authored by Madia:
“Language and etiquette have a lot in common. As a set of prescribed rules of behavior, etiquette is, just like language, a form of communication and it can often be packed with more meaning than the spoken word. But while words are known to fall on deaf ears, actions often resonate loudly.
Merriam Webster will tell you that etiquette is “the conduct or procedure required by good breeding or prescribed by authority to be observed in social or official life”. A word so defined inevitably signals ceremony and restriction. When such rules are applied to a particular gender that has traditionally lacked power, the phrases ‘good breeding’ and ‘prescribed by authority’ can sound much more sinister.
Just as language is always a reflection of a society and its era, so are the words used to prescribe etiquette a mirror image of the society’s mindset. Etiquette books are a window into what we used to think and how we used to behave. They are also, by the way, a terrific resource for authors who write about the past. There are few more sincere insights into a society and how it changed than etiquette books, because they exude blind societal pride and reveal by default the rituals of the time. They’re a reminder that we’ve come a long way — and that there’s still a long way ahead.”
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From The New York Times authored by Valeriya Safronova:
“They wore black and they arrived in pairs. Eight actresses showed up on the Golden Globes red carpet with eight activists as their guests in a move intended to bring more attention to sexual harassment and gender inequality across the spectrum of professions. The decision was part of a broader effort driven by Time’s Up, an initiative announced last week by several hundred Hollywood women.”
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From Time authored by Amanda MacMillian:
“Just 10 minutes of physical activity can increase brainpower for a short time afterward, according to a new study published in Neuropsychologia. The finding may be important for older people with limited abilities to exercise, say the authors, and for anyone looking to improve their performance on an upcoming mental task.
Previous research has suggested an association between consistent, long-term physical activity and better brain health over time. Other studies have found that exercising for at least 20 minutes can have a measurable and immediate effect on cognitive functioning. “We wanted to know if an even shorter exercise program, for people who might have orthopedic problems or other mobility issues, could still have a cognitive benefit,” says the study’s senior author Matthew Heath, professor of kinesiology at Western University in Canada.”
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From Above the Law authored by Staci Zaretsky:
“When Erwin Chemerinsky, the founding dean of UC Irvine School of Law, left the school this past summer for more highly ranked pastures, L. Song Richardson was appointed as interim dean. She’d been a professor at the school for three years, and Chemerinsky sang her praises, saying, “I think she will do a terrific job. I am a huge fan and supporter of hers.” At the time, Enrique Lavernia, Irvine’s provost and executive vice chancellor, said Richardson would be an effective leader while the school conducted a search for someone to replace Chemerinsky, but that their “priority [was] to find the right candidate.”
Right before the Christmas holiday, UC Irvine announced that the “right candidate” had been found — and she’d been right under their noses all along. L. Song Richardson is the next dean of Irvine Law, effective January 1, 2018. Come Monday, she will be the only woman of color to lead one of the nation’s top law schools, as ranked by U.S. News & World Report.”
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From Time Money authored by Shana Lebowitz:
“The path to professional success is long, and often winding. It’s a combination of working hard, pursuing your passions, and meeting the right people.
But there are steps you can take immediately to get closer to your goals. Below, Business Insider has collected a bunch of quick and dirty strategies — supported by research and expert opinion — to be more successful at work. You’ll learn how to impress your boss (and make your coworkers jealous) and stay productive even when you’re feeling uninspired.”
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