The association aims to procure changes to the laws of The Gambia for the protection and wellbeing of women and children, with the objective of eliminating violence against them, promote freedom of expression, sexual and reproductive health rights, and support them to participate effectively in the development process of the country.
In line with its vision, there are three main objectives:
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- Lobby for gender equality in The Gambia through legislative reforms, public education and advocacy.
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- Enhance and promote the welfare and legal status of women and children.
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- Promote the principles and aims of regional and international legal instruments regarding women and children.
The organization has been involved in research and advocacy for the elimination of all forms of violence against women and children and offers advice through legal clinics.
About Female Lawyers Association - Gambia (FLAG)
Founded in 2000
50 people in their team
Practice areas
Civil & Human Rights
Languages spoken
English
Practice areas
Civil & Human Rights
- Conduct research into legal issues affecting women and children.
- Advocate for Legislation aimed at eliminating all forms of discrimination and violence against women and children.
- Offer Legal advice and Increasing Access to Justice by way of providinga Central Legal Aid Clinic and a “Mobile Legal Aid Clinics” for Rural and Urban areas, and wherever possible, by
- Providing Legal representation in court for women and children.
- Provide an open forum for discussion of all matters affecting women and children.
- Lobby for gender equality in The Gambia through legislative reform, public education and advocacy.
- Establishing Networks and linkages with organisations and groups for the advancement of women.
- Uplift and promote the welfare and legal status of women and children.
- Uphold the principles and aims of the United Nations, African Union, CEDAW and The Protocol.
Animal Law
Civil Rights
Constitutional Law
Disability
Disability Insurance
Discrimination
Education Law
Faith-Based Law
Military Law
Native People
Social Security Disability
State, Local, and Municipal Law
Veterans Benefits