ACC St. Louis Chapter Receives International Recognition for Diversity and Inclusion

ST. LOUIS - Nov. 5, 2024 - PRLog -- The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) St. Louis Chapter is thrilled to announce that it has been honored with the prestigious 2024 Best Diversity Initiative Program award from ACC Global. This international recognition celebrates the Chapter's groundbreaking Diversity and Inclusion Summer Internship Program, which has been instrumental in fostering a more diverse and inclusive legal profession.

The Chapter's innovative internship program provides first-year law students from underrepresented backgrounds with invaluable hands-on experience in St. Louis corporations. By immersing these talented individuals in the world of in-house counsel, the program aims to inspire and equip them for successful legal careers.

"We are incredibly proud of our Diversity and Inclusion Summer Internship Program and the positive impact it has made on the legal community," said Vikas M. Sunkari, 2024 Diversity and Inclusion Summer Internship Program Chair, and Assistant General Counsel at SSM Health. "This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our members, who are committed to creating a more equitable and inclusive future for all."

Beyond practical experience, the program offers interns a range of educational and networking opportunities, including:

• Orientation sessions providing insights into corporate legal departments and best practices for job applications.
• Mentorship programs pairing interns with experienced legal professionals.
• Social events fostering connections and camaraderie among participants.

"Our goal is to see alumni of this program thriving in top law firms and corporate legal departments. Many former interns have already launched successful careers in the St. Louis area, and we're excited to watch their continued growth," said Lisa Savoy, 2023 Chair of the ACC STL Social Justice Coalition, and Legal Counsel at Experian.

By investing in the next generation of legal talent, the ACC St. Louis Chapter is driving positive change and shaping a brighter future for the legal profession.

About the St. Louis Chapter:

The Association of Corporate Counsel - St. Louis Chapter, the premier bar association for in-house counsel, was founded in 1987. The Chapter has more than 650 members who represent over 175 organizations. The St. Louis Chapter's commitment to its members and community has earned it an impressive list of accolades as a leader in the global network of chapters:

• Chapter of the Year 2012 and 2015,
• Gold Chapter of Distinction designation in 2019-23,
• Best Diversity Initiative Award in 2021,
• Best Diversity Initiative Award 2021 and 2024,
• Innovative Programming Effort Award 2023, and
• Best Partnership Program Award 2023.

To learn more, please visit, https://www.acc.com/chapters/stlouis/.