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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 8th 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

Letter of support – The Honourable Sean Fraser

Every participant who registers by February 9, 2026 will receive a free t-shirt.

Registration for the 2026 event is now closed. Thank you for your interest!

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

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Testimonies from applicants and participants

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Letters of support

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Youth
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About the Justice System

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