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FELLOWSHIP
Ready to Become a WELLA Fellow?
Applications are now open for selected WELLA country cohorts. Choose your country below to view eligibility requirements, key dates, and application details.
Places are limited. If you are a woman in law with 5–7 years of experience and a commitment to excellence, this is for you.
Select your country
What is the WELLA Fellows Program?
The Women's Excellence in Law & Leadership Academy (WELLA) Fellows Program is a leadership and professional development fellowship designed for early-career women lawyers working across academia, litigation, corporate law, public interest, and related legal fields.
The Fellowship Program operates as a give-2-gain pro bono initiative. Selected beneficiaries will receive leadership skills training and will also commit to mentoring a law student or providing pro bono legal services to society.
Who is a WELLA Fellow?
WELLA Fellows are mid-career women lawyers with 5–7 years of experience, selected for their potential, drive, and commitment to excellence. Being a Fellow is not just an honour, it's a responsibility.
Selected through a competitive application process
Step 1
Access to immersive 3-day in-person training. Followed by 6 months of hybrid learning with cohort peers
Step 2
Give-2-gain: Commitment to mentor a law student or provide pro bono service.
Lifetime membership in the WELLA Alumni network.
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Step 3
SPONSORS
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