The National Conference of Black Lawyers (“NCBL”) is partnering with North Carolina Black Alliance (“NCBA”) to create a fellowship to bolster our community work.
NCBA, a 501(c)(3), works to enhance the well-being and advancement of Black communities through systemic policy change, economic empowerment, and youth and leadership development. As an intergovernmental organization uniting legislators, municipal officials, county commissioners, school board members and community activists, we collaborate with strategic partners to amplify collective impact and foster intentional, meaningful engagement with Black constituencies across North Carolina.
NCBL’s mission is to “serve as the legal arm of the movement for Black Liberation; protect human rights; achieve self-determination of Africa and African Communities in the Diaspora; and work in coalition to assist in ending the oppression of all peoples.” True to our mission, the North Carolina Chapter of NCBL uses a mix of legal and community organizing/base-building strategies to support grassroots movements across the State.
This fellowship will build stronger ties between our organizations and provide a fulfilling experience for a legal advocate. The fellow will serve as NCBA’s Black Election Administration Legal Expert. The fellow will also have the opportunity to work on NCBL projects concerning gentrification, workers' rights, reparations, combating ICE, equitable distribution of city budgets, and addressing various aspects of mass incarceration. Under the supervision of an attorney, the fellow may be asked to do the following:
Program Task:
Program Length
12 months
Required Education & Licensure:
Requirements
MUST LIVE IN NC
Closing Date
May 31, 2026