After the official release of the Kampala Declaration on Community Paralegals, several delegates from the African Regional Workshop for Community-Based Paralegals are petitioning their respective governments for greater recognition of community-based paralegals. Below is a selection of media features and appearances, highlighting the Kampala Declaration.
The Declaration is open for further signatures and can be viewed at namatimain.wpengine.com/kampala-declaration
South Africa
“It’s essential to find a place for paralegals” by Carmel Rickard. The Star 26 July 2012
“Some want out, others want in: paralegals on why they should be included in the Legal Practice Bill” by Carmel Rickard. A Free State of Mind 26 July 2012
Official petition calling for the inclusion of community-based paralegals in the Legal Practice Bill.
“Kampala Declaration Calls on African Governments to Support Community Paralegals” NGO Pulse 27 July 2012
Sierra Leone
“Kampala Declaration on Community Paralegals” Sierra Express Media 29 July 2012
International
Justice for the Poor highlights Kampala Declaration. July 2012