WHEREAS WE, members of the Black Lawyers Association Student Chapter, being:

aware of our role in building a society that is devoid of racial and gender discrimination. 

The Black Lawyers Association Student Chapter, having been founded as an organisation of students, committed to the ideals of democracy, freedom and peace, is governed by and adheres to the policies of the Black Lawyers Association and its existence derives from the constitution of the Black Lawyers Association. 

The Black Lawyers Association Student Chapter shall play an active part in the struggles of the community and the building and defence of democracy. It shall strive to achieve fundamental social change for the benefit of all young people, women, previously disadvantaged persons, previously disadvantaged communities and disabled persons. It shall take its rightful place in the affairs of the country.