Description

In celebration of Asian Heritage Month, we are pleased to invite you to a special film screening of But I Look Like a Lawyer hosted in partnership with the Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers Atlantic (FACL Atlantic).

This powerful documentary, an initiative of FACL BC, shares the lived experiences of members of the Pan-Asian legal community, highlighting stories of discrimination, stereotyping, and bias faced in the profession.

The evening will begin with a private screening in the Gallery’s theatre (approximately 30 min), followed by a reception upstairs featuring delicious food from a local Asian restaurant — a chance to connect, reflect, and celebrate the rich contributions of Asian Canadians in law and beyond.

Space is limited — RSVP today to secure your spot!

About the Documentary:

“But I Look Like a Lawyer” shares stories of the discrimination, stereotyping and bias experienced by members of the Pan-Asian legal community. It aims to increase intercultural awareness and competency, and to surface the complexity of the historical, socio-economic and colonial aspects of these real lived experiences.

The documentary – an initiative of FACL British Columbia – won the 2021 Clawbies Award for Best Innovative Project. The duration of the film is approximately 30 minutes.

About FACL Atlantic:

Founded in 2016, the Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers - Atlantic Canada Chapter (“FACL Atlantic”) is a not-for-profit organization of Asian Canadian lawyers, law students, and other legal professionals dedicated to supporting the personal and professional development of its membership, community outreach and promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in the legal profession. Members of FACL Atlantic come from diverse professional backgrounds and include legal professionals from law firms, government departments and agencies, and non-profit organizations. After a temporary hiatus, FACL Atlantic was re-instated in 2021.

FACL Members: Please email the CBA-NS office, or call 902-422-1905, ext. 1, to register. 

DETAILS
Date:	Thursday, May 15, 2025
Time:	5PM doors open 5:30PM opening remarks and screening
Location:	Art Gallery of Nova Scotia 1728 Bedford Row Halifax NS
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