Women in the Law

I recently became a member of the "Women in the Law" club at BYU law school. As quoted from their website: "The BYU chapter of Women in the Law empowers women to succeed in their legal careers and serve in their communities and homes. WIL is a part of the J. Reuben Clark Law Society."

There was a great panel of four women who came and spoke today. It was great to see the variety in their legal work as well as their family life. I was comforted to know that thee of the four had changed jobs multiple times (so I know that whatever I choose isn't necessarily for life).

Since then, I have had the opportunities to listen to other Women in the Law speak. Each has carved out her own unique path. What I am grateful for is the camaraderie in the journey.

Per the advice of several of these women, I have begun reading the book "Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead" by Sheryl Sandberg.  So far, my favorite chapters have been "Making Your Partner a Real Partner" and "The Myth of Doing It All."

One thought that has stuck with me from all of this (a concept Sheryl Sandberg brings out in her book) is that just as men undervalue the contribution women can make in the workplace, so too do women undervalue the contribution men can make in the home. "We all need to encourage men to lean in to their families." (p.113)

Rhetorically,
Rebekah