and works to promote a diverse bench. Law Firm Advancement The mission of Law Firm Advancement Committee is to develop and advance the careers of women in law firms. Law Students The Law Student Committee is designed to meet the needs of women law students. Legislative Policy The Legislative Policy Committee monitors the WBA Legislative Agenda. They prepare testimony for hearings and letters to elected officials on the bills and issues we support or oppose. Membership The membership committee of the Women's Bar Association is committed to increasing the membership ranks of the WBA by reaching out to law students and attorneys in all walks of legal practice. Mothers' Forum The Mothers' Forum Committee seeks to provide a forum for women to discuss issues related to balancing home and family commitments with being a lawyer. New Lawyers The New Lawyer Committee seeks to provide a forum for new women lawyers to share their experiences, draw on each other's knowledge, provide advice on rising in the ranks, and meet new people. Rosa Parks This committee addresses the concerns of legal services attorneys, bar advocates, public counsel and other attorneys working in the non-profit and non-traditional law firm settings that focus primarily upon the representation of indigent and low-income clients, civil rights, activism and advocacy to bring about positive social change. Senior Practice Group This committee focuses on topics of interest and concern to attorneys who have reached a level of seniority and expertise in their legal fields and/or workplaces. Solo and Small Firm The committee has developed a network of solo and small firm practitioners who provide advice on substantive areas of law, client management, office administration, and other questions. Women of Color It is this committee's goal and mission to promote women of color in the legal profession for their multitude of successes and to honor them for their personal and professional accomplishments. Women in the Courtroom The Women in the Courtroom Committee offers opportunities for networking, informal mentoring, education, and information sharing for women litigators. Geographical Interest Committees Cape Cod and The Islands Central Massachusetts Greater Boston Committee Metro West Middlesex County New Bedford/Fall River Area North of Boston South Shore Western Massachusetts Annual Events/Programs Individual WBA committees hold socials and meetings all throughout the year. Additionally, the WBA offers programs and workshops to help women market themselves, to assist members in building practices, and to expose women to