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Membership

Connect to a national network of women in law, CPD opportunities, legal clinics, and a collective voice that matters.

Membership Categories

Find Your Place in SAWLA

Honorary Member

Nominated by any member in good standing and approved by the National Executive Council. Recognises exceptional contribution to the legal profession.

  • No voting rights
  • Not eligible to hold office
  • All publications & correspondence
  • Access to all events
  • Required to pay all dues

Friend of the Association

Open to those interested in SAWLA’s objectives who are ineligible for ordinary membership — including male colleagues and supporters.

  • No voting rights
  • Not eligible to hold office
  • All general publications
  • Requires two members’ support

How to Join

Pay the once-off joining fee to the National Secretary, who will process your application and notify your provincial chairperson. Your chairperson will then contact you and invite you to participate in all provincial activities. Contact us to receive the current fee schedule and banking details.

Apply for Membership