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Tag: Diversity

Latest graduating ‘probie’ class reflects FDNY’s growing diversity

December 26 | Brooklyn Eagle Staff

THE ALMOST 300 PROBATIONARY FIREFIGHTERS who will graduate on Friday, Dec. 27...

Trailblazers in justice (pictured from left to right): Hon. Biju Koshy, the first South-Asian male judge in Richmond County; Hon. Shahabuddeen Ally, the first Muslim male judge in New York State; Hon. Raja Rajeswari, the first Indian-American judge in New York; and Hon. Lillian Wan, the first Asian American female judge in the Appellate Division, Second Department. Photo courtesy of Gov. Kathy Hochul’s Office

Hon. Biju Koshy named supervising judge of Richmond County Criminal Court

April 22 | Robert Abruzzese, Courthouse Editor

Hon. Biju Koshy has been appointed as the supervising judge of Richmond...

Chief Diversity Officer Renee Gregory addresses the new class of assistant district attorneys, emphasizing the significance of creating an inclusive work environment and the office's role in serving a diverse community. Photos courtesy of the Kings County DA’s Office

Diversity First: Gregory Schools New ADAs in Brooklyn

April 12 | Robert Abruzzese, Courthouse Editor

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The Second Judicial District Equal Justice Committee hosted an event to commemorate Women's History Month on Friday, March 22. Pictured is Justice Joanne Quinones, alongside Hon. Wavny Toussaint (center) and Taneka Teel, presenting flowers to Toussaint in recognition of her keynote speech at SJDEJC Women's History Month.

Women of the court celebrated for advocacy in equity, diversity and inclusion

March 26 |  Robert Abruzzese, Courthouse Editor

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Hon. Carolyn Walker-Diallo recently had a discussion with the Diversity Dialogue podcast, hosted by the NYS Unified Court System.Photo: Caroline Ourso/Brooklyn Eagle

Justice Walker-Diallo breaks barriers and confronts Islamophobia in the legal system

February 22 | Robert Abruzzese, Courthouse Editor

In a recent episode of the Diversity Dialogue podcast, hosted by the...

Bruce Jackson, central figure, stands with the Kings County Courts Black History Month Committee, gathered as part of the courts' Black History Month celebration where Judge Edwards interviewed him, highlighting his impactful journey and contributions.Photo: Robert Abruzzese/Brooklyn Eagle

Bruce Jackson’s inspiring journey through law, hip hop and diversity advocacy

February 16 | Special from Hon. Genine D. Edwards

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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul presents her 2025 executive state budget in the Red Room at the state Capitol Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024, in Albany, N.Y. Hochul nominated Steven G. James, a former New York State Police deputy superintendent, as the top leader of the police force on Wednesday, which would make him the third Black person to hold the agency's highest rank.Photo: Hans Pennink/AP

Gov. Hochul names African American to lead New York’s State Police Force

February 5 | Maysoon Khan, Associated Press

ALBANY — New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has nominated a 32-year veteran...

Justice Lillian Wan, the first and only Asian American woman to serve on any of New York’s Appellate Division courts, navigated her way from family law to appellate adjudication while breaking barriers and confronting biases. Her journey is detailed in a recent Diversity Dialogue podcast episode.

Hon. Lillian Wan discusses her transition from trial to appellate judge

November 2 | Rob Abruzzese

In a recent episode of the Diversity Dialogues podcast, hosted by the...

Chief Judge Rowan Wilson takes part in Brooklyn Court’s Diversity Fair

October 30 | Robert Abruzzese

Last year, the Second Judicial District Equal Justice Committee hosted its inaugural...

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    New York City comptroller and Democratic mayoral c New York City comptroller and Democratic mayoral candidate Brad Lander was arrested by federal agents at an immigration court Tuesday as he was trying to accompany a person out of a courtroom. A reporter with The Associated Press witnessed Lander’s arrest at a federal building in Manhattan. The person Lander was walking out of the courtroom was also arrested. Lander had spent the morning observing immigration court hearings and told an AP reporter that he was there to “accompany” some immigrants out of the building. 🔗 Read more at the link in bio AP Photos/Olga Fedorova
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