African Women Lawyers Association

Is A.W.L.A the same as the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA)?

No, A.W.L.A and FIDA are not the same body. FIDA is the international body of women lawyers with members drawn from 44 countries worldwide. A.W.L.A is the African grouping of women lawyers. The two organisations have many members in common, but they are separate and distinct entities.

Secondly, FIDA does not exist in some African countries and the female lawyers in those countries have formed a "Women Lawyers Group". A.W.L.A can be an umbrella body for such Groups.

What are some of A.W.L.A's projects?

Please log onto the projects pages for these details. Thank you for your interest in our activities.

How can I support A.W.L.A?

We would very much appreciate your support. You can assist us in several ways.

Generally, we always welcome suggestions and comments on any aspect of our work, so please give us feedback, using our contact page.
Are you an African Woman Lawyer yourself, or do you know one who is not a member of A.W.L.A - help us pass the word around, and encourage them to become members by visiting our membership page. You might be the founder member of a branch in your country! For details of existing branches, please contact us.
Is there anything going on in your country or region that you think A.W.L.A should know or can do something about? Please tell us immediately using our contact page.
You can make a donation in cash or in kind to support our work. Please get in touch with us using our contact page. We look forward to hearing from you.

Is membership only by country or can individuals become A.W.L.A members?

Membership is open to individual female African lawyers or groups of female African lawyers resident in Africa or in the Diaspora. Please go to the membership page for more details.

Can male lawyers become members of A.W.L.A?

Unfortunately, male lawyers, non-African women and non-lawyers cannot be members of A.W.L.A. However, we welcome the support (financial, in-kind and moral) from any person or organization with a passion for improving the status of African women.

How do I contact A.W.L.A?

Please go to our contact page. We welcome contact from colleagues and friends.