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Austin Bar President Goes LIVE on Television

Austin Bar Association President Amanda Arriaga was featured on NBC affiliate KXAN News 36 in October for Hispanic Heritage Month. Arriaga is the first Hispanic female to lead the Austin Bar, and the eighth minority. During the news segment, Arriaga discussed her “Council of Firsts” initiative, in which she will seek other “firsts” in their fields to find ways of engaging others and promoting inclusion in the organization. She noted the importance of ensuring our efforts are reflective of all members and the community.

Arriaga is the first Hispanic female to lead the Austin Bar, and the eighth minority.

Arriaga also discussed many of the Austin Bar programs and events such as the annual gala, Adoption Day, the Veterans Legal Assistance Program, and more. Her involvement with the organization through membership and volunteerism is longstanding. She previously served as president of the Austin Young Lawyers Association during the 2014-15 bar year. AL

Sanders and Arriaga discussing Arriaga’s “Council of Firsts” initiative.