The purpose of Emory BLSA is to provide a support system for Black law students in educational, financial and social settings; articulate and promote the professional needs and goals of Black law students; foster and encourage professional competence; focus upon the relationship of the Black law student and the Black attorney to the American legal structure; instill in the Black attorney and law student a greater awareness and commitment to the needs of the Black community; and influence the legal community to bring about meaningful change to meet the needs of the Black community; and do all things necessary and appropriate to accomplish these purposes as stated in the current Constitution and Bylaws of the National Black Law Students Association, Incorporated.