OVERVIEW & PURPOSE

The Black Future Lawyers Trent University Chapter exists to increase Black representation in the legal profession by supporting, empowering, and connecting Black students who aspire to pursue legal careers.

Through mentorship, professional development, networking opportunities, law school preparation, and community-building initiatives, the Chapter seeks to reduce barriers to legal education and provide members with the resources, knowledge, and support necessary to successfully navigate the pathway to law school and the legal profession.

The Chapter is committed to fostering a strong community of future Black legal professionals while promoting academic excellence, leadership development, advocacy, and equitable access to opportunities within the legal field.

 

Objectives

• To increase awareness of legal careers among Black students at Trent University.

• To provide mentorship opportunities with Black lawyers, judges, law students, and legal professionals.

• To support members in preparing for law school admissions through LSAT preparation, application guidance, and professional development programming.

• To create networking opportunities with legal professionals, law schools, and organizations across Canada.

• To foster a supportive community for Black students interested in law.

• To advocate for increased Black representation within legal education and the legal profession.

• To facilitate participation in the annual Black Future Lawyers Conference and other professional development opportunities.

• To build partnerships with legal organizations, law firms, law schools, and community groups that support Black excellence in the legal profession. 

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Positions

Executive Team: Governance & Leadership

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1. Founder/President - Grace Amun

Oversees: Entire Chapter

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and vision for the chapter.

• Serve as the primary liaison with BFL Central, Trent University, law schools, and external partners.

• Chair executive meetings and oversee annual planning.

• Ensure chapter goals align with BFL's mission of increasing Black representation in law.

• Lead strategic initiatives, sponsorships, and major partnerships.

• Support executive team development and succession planning.

• Represent the chapter at conferences, networking events, and official functions.

 

2. Vice President - Johnny

Oversees: Internal Operations

Responsibilities

• Assist the President in all chapter operations.

• Assume presidential duties when required.

• Oversee executive accountability and progress tracking.

• Coordinate collaboration between committees.

• Manage internal recruitment and executive onboarding.

• Lead constitutional and governance reviews.

 

3. Secretary - Kenny

Oversees: Administration

Responsibilities

• Record meeting minutes and attendance.

• Maintain executive records and chapter documents.

• Manage membership lists and internal communications.

• Coordinate meeting schedules and agendas.

• Assist with chapter reporting requirements.

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Strategic Development

4. Finance & Sponsorship Executive - Grace Obot

Responsibilities

• Manage budget.

• Track spending.

• Apply for TCSA funding.

• Seek sponsorships.

• Prepare financial reports.

• Manage conference and event funding.

 

5. Internal Outreach Executive - Sydney

Responsibilities

• Lead membership recruitment.

• Build partnerships with:

  • TABS/TACSU/BSS/UBAMP/Careerspace

  • Pre-Law Societies (law and arts society, women in law etc.)

  • Student groups

  • Community organizations

• Maintain member engagement.

• Coordinate first-year outreach.

• Manage member retention initiatives.

 

6. External & Partnerships Executive - Arlissa

Responsibilities

• Maintain relationships with:

  • Black lawyers

  • Black judges

  • Law students

  • Law schools

  • Law firms

  • Alumni

• Coordinate speaker recruitment.

• Organize courthouse visits and firm tours.

• Secure guest speakers and panelists.

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Media & Programming

7. Director of Mentorship & Professional Development - Tomi

Responsibilities

• Coordinate mentorship matching.

• Organize:

  • LSAT workshops

  • Law school admissions panels

  • Resume clinics

  • Personal statement workshops

  • Networking events

  • Mock interviews

• Track member participation.

• Coordinate conference attendance.

 

8. Director of Events - Esther

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate all chapter events.

• Develop an annual programming calendar.

• Organize:

  • Event logistics

  • Event calendar

  • Venue booking

  • Food

  • Transportation

  • Registration

  • Volunteer coordination

  • Event budgets

  • Day-of-event management

• Supervise Events Associate.**

 

9. Director of Communications - Glight

Responsibilities

• Develop chapter branding and communications strategy.

• Manage Instagram, LinkedIn, and other platforms.

• Create promotional campaigns for events and opportunities.

• Maintain chapter website or Linktree.

• Oversee content creation team.**

 

Associates

1. Events Associate

Responsibilities

• Support event planning and execution.

• Handle registrations and attendee management.

• Coordinate volunteers.

• Assist with venue booking and setup.

• Create event feedback surveys.

 

1. Communications Associate

Responsibilities

• Design graphics and promotional materials.

• Create event recaps and spotlight posts.

• Assist with social media scheduling.

• Photograph and document chapter events.

• Highlight member achievements and opportunities.

 

1. Outreach Associate

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach campaigns.

• Assist with recruitment events.

• Support member engagement initiatives.

• Gather member feedback.

 

1. Finance Associate

Responsibilities

• Track reimbursements.

• Assist with grant applications.

• Maintain financial records.

• Support sponsorship outreach.

 

Public Relations

1. Junior Representatives (2)- Cyone

1st & 2nd year students

Responsibilities

• Represent the general membership.

• Provide feedback on member needs and concerns.

• Assist with chapter initiatives and outreach.

• Help recruit new members.

• Develop leadership skills for future executive positions.

 

1. Senior Representatives (2) - Nini

3rd & 4th year students

Responsibilities

• Serve as peer mentors.

• Represent chapter at events.

• Assist with outreach.

• Support first- and second-year students.

• Sit on committees.

• Help plan chapter initiatives.

 

Student Support

1. Grace Amun (Founder/President)

2. Johnny Forbes (Vice President)

3. Kenny Ojo (Secretary)

4. Esther Kambale (Director of Events)

5. Sydney Donkor (Internal Outreach Executive)

6. Glight Ofunne  (Director of Communications)

7. Tomi Oyediran (Director of Mentorship & Professional Development)

8.  Yenique Wesley (Senior Representative)

9. Arlissa Jacques (External & Partnerships Executive)

10. Grace Obot (Finance & Sponsorship Executive)

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