BCAS and Lincoln Alexander Law Launch Social Justice Placement

The Black Class Action Secretariat (BCAS) is proud to announce an exciting new placement partnership with Lincoln Alexander School of Law at Toronto Metropolitan University to advance social justice and systemic advocacy. The Black Class Action Social Justice Placement, launching in the summer of 2025, will provide a funded professional placement opportunity for Lincoln Alexander Law students to gain hands-on experience in litigation, legal research, and advocacy while working to dismantle systemic discrimination in employment.

This placement will allow a student to directly contribute to BCAS’s ongoing work in addressing inequities in public services, and beyond. It aligns with both institutions' commitment to fostering equity, inclusion, and transformative legal advocacy.

Through this placement, the selected student will:

●       Learn the intersection of law and activism, gaining insights into how legal strategies and advocacy can drive systemic change.

●       Engage in real-world legal advocacy, working alongside experienced professionals tackling employment discrimination.

●       Develop a capstone research project, analyzing policies and legal frameworks that impact equity in the workplace.

●       Receive mentorship and professional development from legal and human rights leaders.

“The Black Class Action Social Justice Placement is a bold step forward in equipping the next generation of legal professionals with the tools to fight systemic discrimination and ensure access to justice for all,” said Nicholas Marcus Thompson, Chief Executive Officer of BCAS. “We are proud to partner with the Lincoln Alexander School of Law to provide this unique opportunity for students to make a meaningful impact.”

The Black Class Action Social Justice Placement underscores a shared vision to advance human rights, combat discrimination, and promote workplace equity. Through this initiative, BCAS and the Lincoln Alexander School of Law aim to expand access to justice and strengthen advocacy efforts that challenge systemic barriers.

The first placement student will be selected in 2025, marking the beginning of an enduring collaboration between legal education and social justice advocacy.

About the Black Class Action Secretariat

The Black Class Action Secretariat (BCAS) is a leading advocacy organization dedicated to dismantling systemic discrimination and promoting equity through litigation, policy reform, and public engagement. BCAS is at the forefront of efforts to challenge workplace discrimination and create lasting institutional change in Canada and beyond.