This dynamic event is all about igniting the passion and power of the next generation of girls human rights lawyers! With a spotlight on transformative leadership journeys, building impactful careers, and mastering the art of advocacy, attendees will gain the tools, inspiration, and connections needed to drive change in the world. Get ready for an immersive experience that empowers young women to become fearless advocates for girls human rights and justice!
AGENDA
09:30 - 10:00 AM REGISTRATION
10:00 - 10:20 AM
Opening Doors
Law, Leadership & the Power of Girls’ Voices
Kickstarting the event, representatives from Fieldfisher and the Girls Human Rights Hub will share their vision for empowering young women in law and human rights. A compelling video presentation will highlight the transformative power of legal advocacy in advancing girls human rights worldwide.
Sultana Tafadar KC
Executive Director at GHRH
Justina Omotayo
Inclusion, Equity and Diversity (IE&D) Leader
10:20 - 11:20 AM
Panel 1: Women in Law
Leadership, Influence & Impact
This panel brings together Fieldfisher legal professionals to discuss their journeys into law, the challenges they’ve overcome, and how they use their expertise to create meaningful change. Expect insights on leadership, navigating legal careers, and the evolving role of women in the legal sector.
11:20- 11:45 AM NETWORKING & COFFEE - Connect with fellow attendees and speakers over light refreshments.
Fieldfisher Speaker
Fieldfisher Speaker
Fieldfisher Speaker
Fieldfisher Speaker
11:45 - 12:15 PM
Fireside chat with Lady Simler
Dame Ingrid Ann Simler, Lady Simler, became a Justice of the Supreme Court on 14 November 2023. Lady Simler was called to the Bar by Inner Temple in 1987, having read law at Cambridge University, and completed a post-graduate diploma in EU law at the Europa Institute, University of Amsterdam. Join us for a quick
Lady Simler
Justice of the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom
Vivien Davies
Senior Partner and chair of Fieldfisher's Supervisory Board
12:15- 13:15 AM LUNCH & NETWORKING - Connect with fellow attendees and speakers over lunch.
13:15 - 14:00 PM
Panel 2: Powered by Girls
Girls Human Rights Hub
Young advocates and GHRH representatives will share real-world examples of using the law to drive social change. This discussion will highlight legal activism, grassroots movements, and ways young leaders can influence policy and protect human rights.
Shazia Aboobaker Siddik
UK Mini Hubs Coordinator, Girls Human Rights Hub
Safiyah Tafadar Mian
Queen’s College London Mini Hub
Speaker
Cambridge University Girls’ Human Rights Hub
Ella Lawrence
#MakeFebruaryGirlsHumanRightsMonth Campaign Director, Girls Human Rights Hub
Roksanna Keyvann
Researcher, Girls Human Rights Hub
Zoe Yates
Coordinator, Girls Human Rights Academy
14:00 - 14:15 PM Break
14:15 - 15:15 PM
Girls Human Rights Challenge
The Girls Human Rights Challenge is your opportunity to pitch innovative solutions to tackle critical issues affecting girls’ rights across the globe. This unique platform empowers participants to showcase their creativity, legal expertise, and passion for human rights advocacy. Whether you’re addressing a local issue in your community or proposing groundbreaking legal strategies for a global challenge, this is your chance to make an impact.
Meet the judges
Judge TBC
Nadia Motraghi KC
Judge TBC
15:15 - 15:45 PM
Charter your own course in Human Rights –
A career in law
Drawing from their own legal journey, Amani will guide attendees through practical strategies for building a career aligned with justice, advocacy, and social impact. The workshop will encourage reflection, discussion, and hands-on activities focused on identifying interests, developing key skills, and navigating opportunities such as law school, internships, public interest work, and advocacy roles. Participants will leave with greater clarity, confidence, and actionable steps to help them intentionally design their own path in human rights law.
Amani Ismail
Fieldfisher
15:45 - 16:00 PM Closing & Networking