Online Courses

Online courses are asynchronous, on-demand classes available to be completed at your own pace within the allocated time. Full completion of all modules is required for the certificate.

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Relive Our Past Trainings

Fundamentals of International Commercial and Investment Arbitration

Expanding Your Leadership Frontiers as a Woman in Law

Women in Leadership: Excellence in Law & Leadership – Fireside Chat

All You Need to Know

What professional development courses are offered at WELLA?

At WELLA, we offer a variety of soft skills/law like leadership, gender-sensitive governance, transitioning from local to international legal practice and hard law courses ranging from arbitration, commerce, and environmental to tech-related courses. However, because leadership, particularly women’s leadership, is a key guiding principles of WELLA, all courses offered mainstream leadership and gender.
Who can sign up for a course?

Any legal or paralegal professional, male or female, can take a WELLA course.
What format will the courses take?

There are three models-- online (synchronous), hybrid (asynchronous) and in-person.
How long does it take to complete the training?

It depends. The timelines for each course depend on a lot of factors, such as content and other logistical matters. Courses will, therefor,e range from a few hours to a couple of days.
Is WELLA an all-year-round Academy?

The online and hybrid versions can be taken at any time of the year. The Summer Academy is an annual, specially curated academy that will take place at a designated venue each year.
Are there discounts or sponsorships available for WELLA?

The terms and conditions for participants to access sponsorship or discounts will also be available for each course’s advertising. Sign up for our newsletters to receive regular updates.
What are the benefits of taking a course at WELLA?

Apart from the knowledge and skills participants will gain, WELLA offers an avenue for widening participants’ networks. Participants who complete courses will also be given certificates of completion for their personal and professional use. Depending on the modalities of each bar association and law society, taking a WELLA course may also give you continuous legal education credit.
Can IAWL design or facilitate professional development training for my firm or organization?

Yes. IAWL can design and facilitate tailored training for any firm or organization. For information on this option, kindly email us at info@africanwomeninlaw.com and copy training@africanwomenininlaw.com.
How can individuals and institutions support WELLA?

To donate to WELLA