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About us

Driven By Purpose And Impact

To nurture a united community of competent, ethical, and socially responsible law students who will shape justice, governance, and legal development in Sierra Leone and across Africa.

The Federation of African Law Students – Sierra Leone (FALAS–SL) is the recognized national body representing law students in Sierra Leone within the broader Federation of African Law Students network. The organization serves as a unifying platform that promotes academic growth, leadership development, and active participation in legal and societal advancement.

FALAS–SL is dedicated to equipping law students with the knowledge, skills, and professional exposure required to succeed in the legal profession and contribute to national and continental development. Through conferences, workshops, moot competitions, mentorship programs, research initiatives, and community outreach, the organization creates meaningful opportunities for student engagement and practical learning.

In addition to professional development, FALAS–SL plays an important advocacy role by encouraging dialogue on justice, governance, human rights, and the rule of law. The organization also strengthens collaboration between Sierra Leonean law students and their peers across Africa, fostering unity, cultural exchange, and shared legal progress.

Guided by the principles of integrity, excellence, service, unity, and leadership, FALAS–SL is committed to shaping a new generation of ethical and competent legal professionals who will positively influence Sierra Leone, Africa, and the global community.

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Students reached through legal education and outreach

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Students trained in advocacy, leadership, and legal skills

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Young people supported through legal awareness programs

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Community legal engagements conducted this year

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Our Mission

Together for Lasting Hope and Humanity

To promote academic excellence and practical legal knowledge among law students.

To provide leadership development, mentorship, and professional networking opportunities.

To encourage advocacy for justice, human rights, and the rule of law.

To strengthen collaboration between Sierra Leonean law students and the wider African legal community.

To foster community service and meaningful social impact through legal awareness and outreach.

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group of women in red and white dress standing on brown wooden bar during daytime
group of women in red and white dress standing on brown wooden bar during daytime

Our Vision

Opportunity and Equality
for All

Opportunity &
Equality for All

To nurture a united community of competent, ethical, and socially responsible law students who will shape justice, governance, and legal development in Sierra Leone and across Africa.

Our Team

Our Legacy in Motion

Guided by the principles of integrity, excellence, service, unity, and leadership, FALAS–SL is committed to shaping a new generation of ethical and competent legal professionals.

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Aliya K. Kamara

COUNTRY DIRECTOR FALAS SL

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Hafeez Taqui

DEPUTY-COUNTRY DIRECTOR FALAS SL

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Claudious Taylor

Health & Wellness Advocate

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Ivan Benjamin

HEAD OF MEDIA & COMMS

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Zainab Mustapha

DEPUTY-HEAD OF MEDIA & COMMS

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Abdul-Malik Agbola

FINANCIAL SECTARY

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Rmatulai Samura

HEAD OF POLICY PROJECT & PROGRAM

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Esther Antonette Kamara

PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER

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Saidatu Sesay

DEPUTY-PUBLICITY SECRETARY

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Hawa Kemoh

HEAD OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS

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ROSELYN CONTEH

FALAS FEMALE FORUM

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Alhassana Sow

HEAD OF MOOTING