Empowering Young Black Feminists in the Legal Field
Welcome to the Feminist Clinic, an annual programme hosted by the Women’s Legal Centre. Our objective is to cultivate a community of empowered young black feminists in the legal field, promoting inclusive and equal representation within the profession.
Programme Overview
2023 Programme Dates
This year’s programme runs from Sunday, September 3rd to Friday, September 8th.
Our initiative connects third and fourth-year women law students from select universities with experienced professionals for a week-long immersive experience. The Feminist Clinic Programme focuses on a holistic approach to legal education, intertwining academic theory with practical insights from the field.
WHO IS INVOLVED
Our Participating Universities
University of Cape Town
University of the Western Cape
Nelson Mandela University
Our Esteemed Lecturers
The success of the Feminist Clinic rests largely on the shoulders of our esteemed lecturers. Please visit our Lecturers section for profile pictures, short biographies, and the topics they’ll cover in this year’s programme.
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Seehaam Samaai
Director
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Bronwyn Pithey
Advocate
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Charlene May
Attorney
Don’t take our word for it!
Our Reviews
Read testimonials from our past students and learn more about their transformative experiences at the Feminist Clinic.
Our Sponsors
At the Feminist Clinic Programme, we are privileged to collaborate with a remarkable group of sponsors who share our vision of nurturing a diverse and inclusive legal field. Their generous support makes our work possible and amplifies our mission to empower young black feminists in the legal profession.
Gallery
Take a visual journey through the Feminist Clinic’s history from our 2022 Feminist Clinic Programme.
Apply Now
Ready to join us? Click the “Apply Now” button to fill out the digital application form. Don’t forget to upload your CV!
2022 in Review
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Universities
7
In-Person Students
8
8 Virtual Students