Colorado Women's Bar Association upcoming events

CWBA Policy Action Committee Meeting (September 08, 2026)

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The Policy Action Committee typically meets the first Monday of the month at Noon. New members always welcome!

The Policy Action Committee (previously called the Public Policy Committee) monitors national, state, and local legislation to protect and advocate for the interests of women and children. It works with contracted lobbyists to draft and weigh in on proposed legislation and its impact. This Committee is not charged with planning an annual fundraiser each year - it will focus on prioritizing the CWBA’s legislative agenda for the year, and communicating with diversity bar associations and stakeholders on furthering that agenda. The Committee will partner with the Officer of Community Action and Advocacy to ensure synergies between CWBA’s legislative efforts, community service, and amicus brief participation. The Committee will also partner with the Officer of Communications when input is needed regarding public statements and civic education opportunities.

For more information, contact our Policy Action Committee Co-Chairs Morgan Carroll and Ivy Ngo

CWBA MembHERship and Mentorship Committee Meeting (September 09, 2026)

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

This committee typically meets the second Wednesday of each month at Noon unless there is a necessary schedule change. All members welcome to attend at any time!

The MembHERship and Mentorship Committee is the recruitment arm, welcoming committee, and mentoring development leaders of the CWBA. The Committee’s goal is to develop ways to increase membership (new and renewals), increase member participation (on committees, by attending events, etc.), and create and improve structures to inclusively welcome and engage new members. This Committee also manages the CWBA’s LIFT! mentoring program. It also works with law student members and liaisons to CU and DU Law to increase ties between women attorneys and law students with the goal of maintaining women in the organization through the transition from law school to practice.

This Committee will have several fun event and networking planning opportunities throughout the year - to include the summer social and winter holiday party. The Committee will work with the Officer of Partnership and Development on growth opportunities for membership; on sponsorship opportunities for all membership events; and on sponsorship, publicity, and growth opportunities for the mentoring program.

For more information, contact MembHERship and Mentorship Committee Co-Chairs Kisha Cook and Melanie Stuckey

CWBA Bench Builders Judicial Committee Meeting (September 11, 2026)

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:15:00 GMT

The Bench Builders Judicial Committee meetings are the second Friday of each month 12:15-1 p.m. New members always welcome!

The Bench Builders Judicial Committee engages membership in the diversification of Colorado’s bench; promotes a well-qualified, diverse judiciary; advocates for the appointment of judicial officers who will further the CWBA’s mission; actively engages in the appointment of judges by interviewing short-listed candidates for Colorado’s state district courts, the Colorado Court of Appeals, the Colorado Supreme Court, Federal District Court of Colorado, and the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals; and provides feedback on and endorsements of the candidates to the Governor's Office. The newly envisioned Bench Builders meets monthly to identify additional opportunities for diversification of the bench and to create pipelines for members to become judicial officers. The Committee will partner with the Officer of Communication for opportunities for community education regarding the judicial nomination and evaluation processes.

For more information, contact our Bench Builders Judicial Committee Co-Chair Sarah Babb

CWBA Convention Committee Meeting (September 14, 2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 23:30:00 GMT

The Convention Committee typically meets at 5:30 p.m. on Zoom the second Monday of each month unless there are scheduling conflicts.

The Convention Committee plans the CWBA's Annual Convention. Committee duties include organizing an exciting and educational annual convention with nationally recognized speakers, interesting and varied programming and entertainment, all to attract strong attendance and sponsorship, while coordinating with board members on fundraising, theme development, organizational and member needs, and event planning.

This year is a big one, we will need all hands on deck, and we are so excited to have a great committee this year!

To get involved or learn more, contact Convention Committee Co-Chairs Elizabeth Horton, Angie Nelson, Megan Rettig andNicandria Nungaray

CWBA Board of Directors Meeting (September 15, 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:30:00 GMT

The CWBA Board's Executive Officers and Board Members only meet on the third Wednesday of every month (June - April) unless there is a conflict.

This meeting will be held virtually via Zoom only. For more information or for RSVP assistance, contact the CWBA office at (303) 831-1040.

CWBA Inclusive Education and Training Committee Meeting (September 16, 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The Inclusive Education and Training Committee is dedicated to fostering a culture of lifelong learning and professional development within the Colorado legal community with the lens of advancing women as leaders in the law. Through innovative and inclusive training programs, this committee will develop and deliver high-quality continuing legal education (CLE) opportunities that address the evolving needs of women legal professionals.

The committee’s mission is to: design and implement CLE programs that reflect diverse perspectives, promote equity, and ensure accessibility for all members; highlight emerging trends and critical topics in the legal profession, including technology, diversity, and leadership development; and partner with law firms, legal organizations, and community groups to provide collaborative and impactful learning experiences. The Committee will be charged with bringing CLE programming to members consistently throughout the year (at least one per quarter).

The Committee will work with the Officer of Professional Development on creating spaces for dialogue, growth, and empowerment. The co-chairs may also work closely with the Officer of Community Action and Advocacy to develop and implement community training opportunities.

For more information about this committee or the next committee meeting, please contact the Committee Co-Chairs Linda Frolich and Codi Cox

On What Grounds: What Happened at Columbia University (September 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Start your day with coffee, conversation, and connection at On What Grounds? CWBA's monthly morning networking series.

What Happened at Columbia—and What Came Next

Join the Colorado Women’s Bar Association for a candid, behind-the-scenes conversation with Amy E. Greer and CWBA President Azra Taslimi, attorneys with direct experience in litigation connected to the events at Columbia University.

Together, they’ll unpack what happened beyond the headlines and the legal questions that continue to shape the fallout.

The student protests at Columbia University in April 2024 set off a chain reaction that led to more than 180 encampments at universities around the world.

Within days, Columbia had arrested over a hundred students. In the two years since, the university has cycled through four presidents, disclosed student disciplinary records to Congress in a move students say violated federal privacy law, and agreed to a sweeping set of Trump administration demands in exchange for restoring hundreds of millions in federal funding.

All of it has fed into a legal reckoning that’s still playing out over how far a university can go to shut down speech, how far the government can go to force its hand, and what rights students have when the two collide.

Most people only know the snippets. Come hear about the full scope of what happened at Columbia and the legal questions still playing out because of it.

No specific background is required—just come curious about the law, the litigation, and the story behind the headlines.

Guest Speaker: Amy E. Greer

Amy E. Greer is an associate attorney at Dratel & Lewis. She is a member of Mahmoud Khalil’s broader legal team. She has also recently served as a discipline defense advisor for students facing discrimination and disciplinary charges at Columbia and Barnard College, and her broader practice spans state and federal trial and appellate work in extradition, RICO, terrorism, and drug trafficking cases. She began her career as an assistant public defender and as a research attorney for death-sentenced clients.

Conversation Facilitated by Azra Taslimi

Azra Taslimi is the current President of the Colorado Women’s Bar Association and a partner at Rathod | Mohamedbhai LLC in Denver, where she litigates civil rights and employment matters, including First Amendment public employee speech claims, Title VII and CADA discrimination, and § 1983 claims. She is lead attorney in acivil rights suit against Auraria Campus Police over First Amendment claims from a 2024 campus protest.

Greer and Taslimi are co-counsel in Khalil v. Trustees of Columbia University, litigation involving challenges related to Columbia’s disclosure of student disciplinary records and federal government actions.

On What Grounds? Leadership Series #3: The Mission of the CWBA & CWBA Foundation (October 15, 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Start your day with coffee, conversation, and connection at On What Grounds? CWBA's monthly morning networking series.

Held on the third Thursday of each month at 9:00 AM, each event features engaging discussions on leadership, professional development, member recognition, and meaningful networking with colleagues from across Colorado.

More information coming soon.

CWBA Board of Directors & Leadership Advisory Council Meeting (October 21, 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 23:30:00 GMT

The CWBA Board's Executive Officers, Board Members, and Leadership Advisory Council meet together quarterly in July, October, January, and April.

Board members are encouraged to attend. For more information or RSVP assistance, please contact the CWBA office at execdir@cwba.org.

CWBA Board of Directors & Leadership Advisory Council Meeting (January 20, 2027)

Thu, 21 Jan 2027 00:30:00 GMT

The CWBA Board's Executive Officers, Board Members, and Leadership Advisory Council meet together quarterly in July, October, January, and April.

Board members are encouraged to attend. For more information or RSVP assistance, please contact the CWBA office at execdir@cwba.org.

CWBA Board of Directors & Leadership Advisory Council Meeting (April 21, 2027)

Wed, 21 Apr 2027 23:30:00 GMT

The CWBA Board's Executive Officers, Board Members, and Leadership Advisory Council meet together quarterly in July, October, January, and April.

Board members are encouraged to attend. For more information or RSVP assistance, please contact the CWBA office at execdir@cwba.org.