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Climate Justice

Young Lawyers for Climate Justice (YL4CJ)

We train young legal professionals to use the law as a powerful tool for climate accountability. From pushing for environmental rights in court to supporting communities facing corporate negligence.

50+Lawyers trained in first cohort

Areas of Focus

  • Litigation Strategy: challenging corporate negligence in courts.
  • Policy Compliance: ensuring adherence to climate laws.
  • Rights Advocacy: defending community environmental rights.
  • Moot Courts: practical simulation exercises.

Milestones

  1. 2023 · AbujaInaugural Cohort. 50 lawyers from diverse African nations trained.
  2. 2024 · IbadanRegional Workshop. Focus on environmental law education for activists.

“Creating pathways for justice and setting legal precedents that strengthen Africa’s fight against climate change.”

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