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Equity & Inclusion

Equity and Inclusion

The Office of Equity & Inclusion partners with students, staff, faculty, and alumni to advance equity and inclusion through education and skill-building that inspire advocacy and action. We work to cultivate an environment where diversity is celebrated and elevated, so that every member of our community can thrive with a sense of belonging. This site showcases our law school community’s active engagement on diversity, equity, and inclusion, and includes resources that will help all members of the Penn Carey Law community to advance our commitments.

Meet our team

Meet our leaders and partners.

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55%

of the student body is comprised of women.

25%

of the 1L class identifies as a member of the LGBTQ+ community

56%

of our current class identifies as a person of color

35%

of the incoming class is a First Generation Professional

The diversity of community keeps growing

Equity & Inclusion Resources

The Law School and partners across the University offer information, resources, and guidance to support diversity, equity, and inclusion, including anti-bias support and reporting.

Equity & Inclusion Consultation Program

E&I supports individuals, departments, and student organizations in advancing their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) through the development and implementation of sustainable practices, policies, and procedures. Whether you seek clarification on terminology and best practices, or are exploring a new initiative, E&I looks forward to partnering with you to help you achieve your goals. Consultation appointments are available to students, staff, and faculty at Penn Carey Law.

Request E&I Partnership to:

  •  Plan accessible and inclusive events
  • Improve policies and procedures to be even more equitable and inclusive
  • Respond to a concern or recommendation related to DEI
  • Infuse more inclusive best practices into team management
  • Integrate equity and inclusion into existing or new initiatives
  • Help you achieve any additional goals you may have

Request a Meeting

For questions about the consultation program, please email inclusion@law.upenn.edu.

Community voices

The diverse identities, experiences, and perspectives of our community strengthen our learning spaces and facilitate an expansive world view. We elevate and amplify their voices, as we promote a robust exchange of ideas and deep respect for the value of difference.

Explore our community 

Access

We are committed to increasing the diversity of our legal
profession by supporting access for members of communities
that have been historically underrepresented. Through pre-law,
law school, and professional programs we target inequity of access
and opportunity, supporting student success.

Our pipeline initiatives engage students at every stage of their academic journey beginning at middle school and leading up to higher education and beyond. Program participants learn about the law school experience, application process, and various legal practices available to them with a law degree.

Learn more about our access programs

Offer Suggestions and Feedback

E&I welcomes all members of the Penn Carey Law community to provide suggestions and feedback on our programming, events, and resources to further enhance our work.

Suggestions Form

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Office of Equity & Inclusion