Deadline: July 28, 2025
The EALS Training for Public Interest Lawyers 2025 is a fully-funded opportunity for young legal professionals across East Africa. Organised by the East Africa Law Society (EALS) through the EALS Institute, this prestigious programme is designed to build regional capacity in public interest litigation, digital rights, and ethical AI.
The EALS Training for Public Interest Lawyers 2025 provides a platform for early-career lawyers to enhance their expertise in a fast-evolving digital legal landscape while fostering cross-border collaboration among legal professionals from Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda.
Programme Overview
This intensive, week-long training offers participants the tools and insights necessary to lead regional conversations on:
- Digital rights
- Ethical use of AI
- Strategic public interest litigation
- Legal frameworks for emerging technologies
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Dates: July 2–4, 2025
Host: East Africa Law Society (EALS Institute)
Participants will also benefit from earning Continuing Legal Education (CLE) / Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits as approved by their respective national bar associations.
What the Programme Covers
This is a fully-funded opportunity, meaning all core expenses are covered for selected participants. This includes:
- Airfare or local travel
- Hotel accommodation
- Training materials and sessions
- Meals and logistical support
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the programme, applicants must meet the following:
- Age: Between 25–35 years old (as of June 1, 2025)
- Profession: Practicing advocate in one of the following countries:
- Uganda
- Kenya
- Tanzania (including Zanzibar)
- Rwanda
- Language Proficiency: Strong command of English
- Commitment: Full participation in all training sessions
- Interest Area: Demonstrated engagement or interest in digital rights, AI regulation, and public interest litigation
Why You Should Apply
This training presents a one-of-a-kind opportunity to:
- Receive expert-led instruction on legal innovation and AI ethics
- Engage in thought leadership on public interest law
- Expand your professional network regionally
- Contribute to East Africa’s legal transformation in the digital era
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates were invited to apply online before the deadline on June 19, 2025. While the call for this cycle is now closed, prospective applicants are encouraged to stay alert for future opportunities.
- 👉 Click here to read more about the programme
- 👉 Click here to apply (check for updates and future calls)
Final Thoughts
The EALS Training for Public Interest Lawyers 2025 sets the stage for empowering young lawyers to be changemakers in digital rights and public interest litigation. By combining intensive training with regional networking and CLE/CPD credits, it ensures participants return to their communities better equipped to advocate for justice in the digital age.
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