Diversity invigorates the strong and supportive community at New England Law | Boston.

The decision to become a lawyer requires a determination to undertake the significant commitment that law school and the legal profession demand. For its part, a law school must provide a superior education and an encouraging atmosphere that is responsive to the needs of its students. New England Law integrates exceptional academics and support programs to create a welcoming environment for individuals from a multitude of backgrounds.

New England Law was founded in 1908 to provide legal education to women at a time when they were often excluded from advanced professional study. This legacy has expanded over the years to welcome and support others from groups that historically have faced obstacles as they strive to reach their professional goals.

In 1990, New England Law established the Charles Hamilton Houston Enrichment Program (CHHEP) to address racial bias, promote diversity, and help alleviate the isolation that minority students might feel in some law school environments. CHHEP has helped create a community in which students’ varied backgrounds and experiences contribute to the intellectual and social life of the school.

Named in honor of Charles Hamilton Houston, the first general counsel of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, CHHEP welcomes all students concerned about issues of race and ethnicity. Activities include networking events, mentorship, speakers, and discussion groups that build and strengthen the community.

Learn more about the Charles Hamilton Houston Enrichment Program.