Qurat-ul-Ain Ahmad, a SWCM mentee reflects on her experience at the 4th Annual SWCM Colloquium, held at the Women’s Jail on Constitution Hill, where the theme was “Activism through Law: Bridging the Divide.” She shares how inspiring speakers, including Advocate Adila Hassim and activist Zulaikha Patel, emphasized the role of legal professionals in advancing social justice and the need for societal activism alongside legal change. The mentee highlights the valuable networking opportunities and describes leaving the event feeling empowered and more determined to pursue a career focused on justice.

During our latest SWCM mentorship session, our mentees had the privilege of engaging with Dr. Tshepiso Scott-Ngoepe, a lecturer in Mercantile Law and an admitted attorney of the High Court of South Africa. With her impressive academic background—holding an LLB, LLM, and an LLD specializing in the Consumer Protection Act—Dr. Tshepiso offered invaluable insights into her journey from practicing law to academia. Her reflections on the challenges and rewards of this transition provided our mentees with a deeper understanding of the diverse career paths within the legal profession

The 4th Annual SWCM Law Colloquium at Constitution Hill focused on the theme “Activism Through Law: Bridging the Divide.” Advocate Adila Hassim SC delivered the keynote, highlighting the role of law in supporting social justice, discussing key cases like Grootboom and the Treatment Action Campaign. The event also featured talks on youth activism, diversity in the legal profession, and the government’s role in transformation. The colloquium inspired attendees to use the law as a force for social change.

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The author, Fortune Mushi, shares a transformative journey through the “Sinako We Can Movement” (SWCM) Mentorship Programme, highlighting the significant impact it had on their confidence and overall perception. Initially lacking confidence due to a reticent nature and social anxiety, the author details how the program provided a supportive environment for personal growth.

In a powerful reflection on SWCM’s 3rd Annual colloquium held at the Women’s jail on Constitutional Hill, a former prison complex in South Africa, Amogelang draws attention to the profound symbolism of the location. Spending the day at the jail cells, Amogelang reflects on how she was struck by the sacrifices of women who endured extreme hardships for the dream of a democratic society that values gender equality.

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On October 12, 2022, the founder and mentor of SinakoWeCan gave us, the mentees, the opportunity to shadow her. The previous day’s brief…