Introducing the Africa Impact Journal, a dedicated platform for African lawyers driving social and environmental change. As impact law has long been part of African legal practice, this journal highlights the challenges and opportunities of working in a complex and evolving landscape.
The World Economic Forum’s latest report sheds light on a growing challenge in global supply chains: the rise of social issues.
The article describes a one-day workshop, “Climate Adaptation for Legal Practitioners,” organised by Legal Charter 1.5 and Black Mountains College. It aims to equip legal professionals, particularly those in sectors contributing to climate change, with the knowledge and tools to address climate adaptation and systemic change, leveraging their expertise to promote sustainable and just practices…
This session focuses on the fact that ‘impact law exists’ as a career path/practice. Lawyers in their early-career share their personal journeys and the different paths they have taken to get to where they are.
This report by the GSG, in partnership with GAIL, is a guide to building a governance framework that works. Read about the report here.
A new study by Oxford University to see expert insights into the legal and regulatory shifts driving climate action in Africa and beyond.
As the legal landscape shifts, so too must the role of solicitors. “Adaptation is Crucial: Why Lawyers Must Evolve to Protect Clients – and the Planet” explores the growing need for solicitors’ fiduciary duties to evolve in response to emerging client needs and global sustainability goals.
We are delighted to introduce the fourth edition of the Impact Lawyers Journal, crafted by the dedicated members of GAIL Asia Pacific. This publication serves as a platform for impact lawyers to exchange insights and expertise, with a special emphasis on topics relevant to the Asia Pacific region.
This article discusses the work by Frank Bold which analyses ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) disclosures from 250 European companies, highlighting progress and persistent gaps.
This report is a practical guide on how best to approach beneficiary-led ESG-focused investment requests.