Leadership & Advocacy for Women in Africa (LAWA) Fellowship Program 2025/2026

The LAWA Fellowship Program is a long-term scholarship for women’s human rights lawyers from Africa. Fellows are enrolled to earn a Master of Laws (LL.M.) at Georgetown University, participate in courses and a major graduate thesis, and may apply for specialized LL.M. or certificate options. The program runs approximately 14 months, including initial coursework and a subsequent LL.M. degree period.

Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree at Georgetown University; opportunity to pursue a specialized LL.M. or certificate program; involvement in a two-academic-semester curriculum and a publishable 40-page master’s thesis.

Must be a woman’s human rights lawyer from Africa and must hold an LL.B. or other law degree; preference for candidates living and working in Africa and without a Master’s Degree.

Submit the application form with resume/CV, education details, publications, awards, and two letters of recommendation; ensure compliance with all requirements and provide any requested materials.