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Events


Breaking Barriers, Building Futures: Women in Leadership in Law (WILL) Convening in Nairobi
Women in law convene in Nairobi, charting bold strategies for gender equality, mentorship, and systemic reform across Africa.

Emelia Appiah Minka
Sep 14 min read


Institute for African Women in Law (IAWL) and Law Society of Kenya (LSK) Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Legal Excellence and Gender Equality
IAWL-LSK MoU paves the way for strategic collaboration to support women in law in Kenya.

African Women in Law
Aug 212 min read


IAWL Executive Director Addresses Law Society of Kenya Women's Breakfast
Women lawyers renew energy at the Women's Breakfast at the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) annual conference in Diani.

African Women in Law
Aug 212 min read


From Johannesburg to Nairobi: African Women Judges: Storytelling as Judicial Freedom. Honoring Women Trailblazers in Law and Justice
IAWL honored Kenya’s trailblazing women judges at a historic book launch and awards ceremony in Nairobi.

African Women in Law
Aug 142 min read


IAWL Launches the Women’s Excellence in Law and Leadership Academy (WELLA) in Nairobi, Kenya
IAWL launches WELLA in Nairobi to equip African women in law with tools for leadership, growth, and sustainable impact.

Emelia Appiah Minka
Aug 142 min read


The Johannesburg Diary
At ENS South Africa, a powerful gathering honors Justice Yvonne Mokgoro and launches a landmark book on African women judges.

J. Jarpa Dawuni, Ph.D.
May 225 min read


The New York Diary
IAWL’s symposium at CSW69 explored women’s leadership in law, 30 years post-Beijing, highlighting challenges, progress, and solutions.

J. Jarpa Dawuni, Ph.D.
Apr 35 min read


Advocacy to Activation: Adoption of the GEL Model Policy by the University of Ghana School of Law
UGSOL & IAWL adopted the Gender Equality in Law Model Policy while honoring Akua Kuenyehia for her impact on legal education & gender equity

Esenam Edusei
Mar 105 min read


Women in the Ghana Bar Association Should Be Strategic
Mrs. Sheila Minkah-Premo’s speech at GELC urges women in the Ghana Bar Association to be strategic in securing leadership positions.

Maame Efua Addadzi-Koom, Ph.D.
Dec 9, 20244 min read


The Addis Ababa Diary: Accra to Addis: Building a Movement for Gender Equality in Law Across Africa.
From Accra to Addis, the GELC unites Africa to drive gender equality in law, creating equitable systems for women across the continent.

J. Jarpa Dawuni, Ph.D.
Nov 25, 20243 min read


The Reykjavik Diary: Power, Together for Action.
At the Reykjavik Global Forum, women leaders united for gender equality, storytelling, and solidarity, reigniting hope for change.

J. Jarpa Dawuni, Ph.D.
Nov 25, 20244 min read


The Birmingham Diary: United Kingdom Association of Women Judges.
The UK Women Judges Conference celebrated women’s resilience, brilliance, and camaraderie in law, highlighting their vital stories.

J. Jarpa Dawuni, Ph.D.
Nov 22, 20244 min read


IAWL Stakeholder Engagement at the African Union:
IAWL & AU host a forum in Addis Ababa to promote gender equality in law, unveiling the GEL Model Policy and launching the WELLA program.

Esenam Edusei
Oct 17, 20244 min read


Institute for African Women in Law Engages Law Students on Gender Equality in Law.
IAWL, GBA Women's Forum, and UG School of Law hosted "Breaking Barriers: Law Students Championing Equality in Law" on July 3, 2024.

African Women in Law
Jul 31, 20243 min read
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