“Blindspot.” “Falling on deaf ears.” “Handicapped parking.” “This is insane.” These might seem like common phrases, but they are, in fact, some of the most common examples of ableist language. […]
Diversity is a “Must Have” Now More Than Ever
As we all move ahead in the uncharted territory of COVID-19, there is no more “business as usual” in the workplace, and how we all work together is changing – […]
Judge Wiley Daniel Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Judge Gary Jackson, Highlights the Lack of Judicial Diversity in Colorado’s State Courts
Judge Gary M. Jackson was awarded the inaugural Judge Wiley Daniel Lifetime Achievement Award by the Center for Legal Inclusiveness at its February 29, 2020 Ball for All Gala. Judge […]
What’s The Bench Dream Team Coffee Brigade? Written by Justice Monica Marquez
The CLI Bench Dream Team (co-chaired by Judge Don Toussaint, Justice Melissa Hart, and Justice Monica Márquez) seeks to build a pipeline of diverse applicants for judicial officer positions across […]
A Note from Incoming Board Chair, Ryann Peyton
Hello! My name is Ryann Peyton and I am honored to serve as your Board Chair for 2020. This is my seventh year serving on the CLI Board, having previously […]