A Free Mentorship Initiative for Female Legal Practitioners in Lagos, Abuja, and Kano — Apply by June 4, 2025
The WISCAR Women in Law Mentoring Programme (WILMP) is still open for applications!
Are you a female aspiring for a career in lawmaking or the legal profession in Nigeria’s public sector with a strong passion for justice, leadership, and policy reform? Do you have 4 to 10 years of experience working in the judiciary, legislature, executive, or private legal practice? If so, this programme is designed for you.
Here’s everything you need to know to prepare for this unique opportunity to advance your career and unlock your leadership potential
❓ What is the Women in Law Mentoring Programme (WILMP)?
The WISCAR Women in Law Mentoring Programme (WILMP) is a free, mentorship-driven leadership development initiative for early- to mid-career female legal professionals in Nigeria’s public and private sectors.
Launched by WISCAR (Women in Successful Careers), WILMP aims to strengthen the pipeline of female legal leaders by providing:
- Structured one-on-one mentorship
- Strategic leadership training
- Practical exposure to Nigeria’s legal and policy environment
The programme is targeted at women aged 25–45 with 4 to 10 years of experience in:
- The Judiciary
- The Legislative arm
- The Executive arm
- Private legal practice
💸 Is the Programme Free?
Yes. 100% free.
WISCAR WILMP is fully funded for all selected participants. The goal is to eliminate financial barriers and provide equitable access to high-quality professional development—especially for women in public service.
🌍 Why WILMP Matters
Women in the Law remain significantly underrepresented in leadership in Nigeria.
- Only 4 out of 13 Attorney General positions are held by women
- Just 4 out of 109 Senate seats are occupied by women
- Only 3 Supreme Court Justices are women
- Yet, women constitute nearly half of law graduates nationwide
According to the 2024 World Economic Forum Gender Gap Report, Nigeria ranks 125th out of 146 countries in political empowerment for women.
The WISCAR WILMP is designed to help close this gap by equipping up to 300 women in the legal profession and those aspiring to legislative roles with the tools, mentorship, and support they need to lead transformative change.
WISCAR’s 2027 vision includes:
- 13 women Attorneys General
- 7 women on the Supreme Court
- 38 women Senators
- 23 female Justices on the Court of Appeal
🎓 What Will Participants Gain?
- One-on-one mentorship with leading legal and policy experts
- Strategic leadership training tailored to Nigeria’s legal and public sector
- Immersive, practical sessions to build influence and confidence
- A lifelong support community of professionals and advocates
- Access to a powerful professional network of mentors
📍 Key Programme Locations
The WISCAR WILMP will take place in Lagos, Abuja, and Kano, enabling participation across Nigeriaand minimising long-distance travel for selected participants.
🗓️ How to Apply
Applications are currently open for the 2025 cohort.
If you’re ready to elevate your impact and step into leadership, this is your opportunity.
- Application Deadline: June 4, 2025
- Apply here: https://wilmentoring.wiscar.ng
