With personal reflection and historical context related to the Civil War, Tiombe Tallie Carter, Esq., explores why this amendment was needed after the Emancipation Proclamation and whether its work is done today. Delve into the historical context, significance, and ongoing implications of this pivotal amendment that abolished slavery, shaping the course of American history and civil rights. Join us for an insightful exploration of the 13th Amendment's legacy and its enduring relevance in the context of Black history.
Tallie currently serves as Assistant Corporation Counsel of the City of Newburgh after over 10 years as principal at Tallie Carter Law, P.C. and founder of IDARE Enterprises, Inc. She provides executive counsel to a diverse group of clients, including professionals, nonprofits, religious organizations and entrepreneurial businesses in the creative economy. Her practice focuses on legal issues related to project and business development and governance across several disciplines. Tallie is admitted to practice law in New York. She is a member of the American Bar Association and the New York State Bar Association and serves as 1st Vice President of the New York Council on Nonprofits and Jonah Bokaer Arts Foundation.