21 May 2025
The Afronomicslaw Academic Forum is a network of students, early-career researchers, and early-career practitioners interested in International Economic Law as it relates to Africa and the Global South. The Forum coordinates a wide range of activities to support the professional development of members over the course of one (1) year.
The West African Executive Board, which is the leadership of the Forum in West Africa, is looking for students, early-career researchers, and early-career practitioners from the whole West African region who are passionate about international economic law to join the Forum as part of its second cohort.
Collectively, members of the Forum bring with them a wealth of theoretical knowledge and extensive practical experience as advisors to governments, international and domestic organizations, legal practitioners, teachers and researchers of international economic law.
MEMBERS BENEFIT FROM:
• Monthly substantive lectures and capacity building workshops with renowned scholars and practitioners
• Trainings and editorial support for researching, writing, and publishing Afrocentric ideas
• Participation in the Afronomicslaw Academic Forum Annual Conference
• Ongoing mentorship from leaders in academia, government and legal practice
• Ongoing career support for accessing postgraduate degree and career opportunities
• A diverse network of like-minded individuals across Africa
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Eligible candidates must meet the following criteria:
• Be from a country in West Africa
• Be a law student (undergraduate or graduate), an early-career legal researcher or practitioner
• Have an interest in international economic law as it relates to Africa and the Global South
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested Applicants should complete this form and attach their motivational statement of not more than 500 words and updated CV.
Application closes on 4 June 2025. Should you encounter any glitch or require further information kindly send an email to afronomicslawacademicforum.wa@gmail.com.
Application Link: https://bit.ly/afronomicslawwestafrica25
NOTE: Women and scholars from Francophone and Lusophone countries are highly encouraged to apply.