We foster, protect, and uphold the rights and interests of our members.
The Black Lawyers Association Student Chapter (BLA-SC) is the student arm of the Black Lawyers Association (BLA) — a respected professional body founded in 1977 to advance the rights, representation, and influence of Black legal practitioners in South Africa. BLA-SC brings together law students from across the country, united by a shared commitment to justice, transformation, and professional excellence.
We exist to:
Empower
Black law students through skills development, mentorship, and
networking.
Promote
transformation within the South African legal profession.
Foster
leadership and advocacy skills in the next generation of legal
professionals.
Bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world legal
practice
Our chapters at various universities run engaging and
impactful initiatives, including:
Legal
seminars & workshops with seasoned lawyers and judges.
Career
guidance and mentorship programmes.
Advocacy
campaigns on human rights, justice, and access to law.
Moot
court competitions and legal debates.
Community
outreach to promote legal literacy and social justice.
Becoming a BLA-SC member means:
Networking with legal professionals and peers nationwide.
Mentorship from experienced practitioners.
Leadership
opportunities within your university chapter.
Exclusive
events & training to sharpen your legal and professional skills.
A
head start in understanding the realities of legal practice.
Each university-based BLA-SC chapter is run by an elected
Executive Committee and operates under the guidance of the national BLA.
Together, we form a strong network of student leaders preparing for impactful
careers in law.
Get Involved Whether you’re looking to sharpen your advocacy skills,
network with leaders in the legal profession, or stand for transformation in
law — BLA-SC is your platform.
📧 Email us:
studentchapter@blaonline.org.za
📱 Follow us: @BLAStudentChapter (Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn)
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