As part of its Let's Chat series, The Dominican Bar Association hosted its first-ever LGBTQ+ Pride Event where panelists discussed the challenges facing lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer-identifying Dominicans in NYC and in the Dominican Republic. Panelists explored various topics including homelessness, HIV/AIDs, machismo culture, immigration, and the criminal justice system.  

This event was graciously sponsored by 
Arent Fox LLP and Beacon Hill Staffing.  

The DBA's Let's Chat Series
The DBA's Let's Chat series was recognized by the New York State Bar Association with the 2017 "Bar Leaders Innovation Award."