The Harvard Black Law Students Association (HBLSA) was founded in the fall of 1967. Today, Harvard BLSA has become one of the largest chapters in the National Black Law Students Association. Harvard BLSA has come to reflect the strong Black community that is so integral to the diversity of Harvard Law School. Harvard BLSA's mission is to create an environment where Black law students thrive academically and socially while continuing to advocate for the needs and concerns of Black students at Harvard Law. HBLSA aims to create a safe space within Harvard Law where Black people can be their authentic selves while learning and developing their legal acumen. Harvard Black Law Students Association has over 180 members who each make the community special and unique. The 16 Committees work to create tailor-made programming to engage, excite, and encourage our members to grow in their skillset as they become the next generation of Black lawyers. The 6 Executive Board members ensure the rich, academically rigorous, deep-rooted traditions help ground, support, and uplift the Black community at Harvard Law School while finding innovative ways to grow and develop the Black community.