Braiding Diversity into Justice – Waterloo Region

Braiding Diversity into Justice is an annual event first offered in the Kitchener-Waterloo area in 2018. Its goal is to connect young women between the ages of 16 and 20 with women working in the legal sector. Gender fluid, trans, and non-binary youth are welcome. There is a place for everyone in the legal profession regardless of socio-economic status, disability, migration, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, or religion. Find inspiration from diverse women who are successful legal/justice sector professionals.

2025-26 Event

Registration for the 8^th annual Braiding Diversity into Justice event is now open! The agenda for the day is jam-packed with inspiring speakers who work in many different roles within the legal system. We are honoured to have Justice Nazira Safi, former judge in Afghanistan, as our inspirational keynote speaker.

Date: March 6, 2026

Time: 8:30am to 3:30pm

Location: Waterloo Region Courthouse, 85 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON

2026 Event Agenda Draft

Registration closes on February 9, 2026. We are prioritizing high school aged students, who should register by February 2, 2026. The registration will be open to everyone, including post-secondary students, from February 3-9, 2026. Every participant who registers by February 9, 2026 will receive a free t-shirt. Register early as there are limited spaces available!

If you have any questions, please email us at: BraidingDiversityKitchener@gmail.com