AWLA Nigeria Advocates for Digital Empowerment of Female Lawyers at 2024 Parley, Champions Technological Inclusion in the Legal Profession

On August 27th, 2024, the African Women Lawyers Association (AWLA) Nigeria organized its annual Parley titled “Digital Advocacy: Leveraging Technology for Inclusion.” The event emphasized the role of technology in driving inclusivity within the legal profession, particularly in improving access to legal services for women and marginalized communities.

Caroline Ibharuneafe, President of AWLA Nigeria, delivered the opening remarks, urging the legal industry to embrace digital advocacy as a means to enhance access to justice for underserved groups. Bibian Aloba, Chairperson of the 2024 AWLA Nigeria Parley Committee, highlighted how digital platforms can reshape the legal sector by fostering social change and greater accessibility.

A powerful keynote address was delivered by Edna Agusto, Founder of ReadManna Empowerment Initiative, and Pastor Ituah Ighodalo, Chairman of the Parley. Their presentation on “Digital Advocacy: Leveraging Technology for Inclusion” explored how female lawyers can utilize technology to promote inclusivity and expand legal services to disadvantaged groups.

Distinguished speakers included Rotimi Ogunyemi (Partner at Johnson & Wilner | BOC Legal), Abimo Olayiwola (Principal Partner at ABILEGAL Barristers & Solicitors and Founder of Digital Lawyers’ Network), and Dr. Grace Ajaegbo (Assistant Director, Legal Services Department at the Rivers State House of Assembly). They discussed the growing importance of digital literacy in the legal profession and the ethical considerations of practicing law in the digital age.

The event also underscored the significance of social media in legal advocacy. Speakers encouraged legal professionals to adapt to the evolving technological landscape and incorporate digital tools into their practices to improve reach and impact.

The Parley concluded by highlighting the importance of technological advancements in creating a more inclusive legal profession. Several past Presidents of AWLA Nigeria were honored for their contributions to the organization and the legal sector, including Hon. Justice L.A.M. Folami, His Worship Roseline Etuagie Akinbo (Rtd.), Princess Aderonke Sijuwade, His Worship Nihinlolawa Aluko-Olokun, Mrs. Amanda Demechi-Asagba, and Mrs. Efe Etomi.

The event, held at the NIA Building on 42 Saka Tinubu Street, Victoria Island, Lagos, was attended by legal luminaries such as Hon. Justice Bolanle Awoyomi, His Worship Roseline Etuagie Akinbo (Rtd.), His Worship Nihinlolawa Aluko-Olokun, His Worship Christiana Dosumu (Rtd.), His Worship Aramide Adekunle-Fatokun (Rtd.), and His Worship Grace Ibidapo.

By focusing on technology in the legal profession, AWLA Nigeria continues to pave the way for a more inclusive legal ecosystem.

Enjoy more pictures from the event.

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