The Michigan Supreme Court is seeking qualified applicants to join the newly created Commission on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). 

The Michigan State Bar Foundation, a CMF member, is serving on the executive team of the new commission. 

Seven positions on the 24-member body are open for individuals from various affinity and/or special purpose bar associations and community members who have contacts with the justice system. The remaining commission members will represent an interdisciplinary, wide range of stakeholders—courts, professional associations, advocacy groups, and law schools.

The goals of the DEI commission are to:

•    Develop policies and standards to promote DEI.

•    Assist the judicial branch with the elimination of disparities within the justice system.

•    Increase participation of members from underrepresented communities in judicial branch leadership.

•    Assist local courts with the implementation of DEI plans and processes.

•    Collaborate with other judicial branch commissions, governmental entities and private partners to propose and implement policies aimed at achieving a more diverse, equitable and inclusive justice system. 

The commission is accepting applications until March 15. CMF members are encouraged to share with their networks.

Learn more about the Commission on DEI and apply.