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About YAWP: Empowering Young Women in ADR

Welcome to Young ArbitralWomen Practitioners (YAWP), the exclusive networking group for young female practitioners in alternative dispute resolution (ADR). All ArbitralWomen members under the age of 40 are automatically connected to YAWP, offering a unique platform for idea sharing, building professional relationships, and growth in international arbitration.

About YAWP

The purpose of YAWP is to advance the interests of young female practitioners in ADR by promoting diversity, providing professional development opportunities, and facilitating meaningful connections with experienced professionals worldwide.

YAWP Programs and Benefits

Skill Development and Networking Events

YAWP organizes numerous events annually, both in-person and virtually, focused on networking, enhancing technical and soft skills, and professional development for international arbitration lawyers. Since its inaugural event in 2016, YAWP has organized over 50 events globally.

YAWP Speakers Panel

Expands opportunities for YAWP members to serve as moderators, speakers, or volunteers at arbitration events organized or supported by ArbitralWomen and YAWP worldwide.

Mentorship Program

The ArbitralWomen Mentorship Program connects experienced practitioners with less experienced or aspiring practitioners, providing guidance and support to advance their careers in international dispute resolution.

Parental Mentorship Program

This program aims to connect pregnant members or new mothers with other members who have recently balanced motherhood with a career in ADR, offering opportunities for YAWP and ArbitralWomen members to share their experiences as parents.

YAWP Newsletter

The quarterly ArbitralWomen Newsletters include updates on YAWP's work.

YAWP Member News Alerts

ArbitralWomen celebrates and promotes its members, including YAWP members, by regularly announcing their promotions and professional developments.

YAWP Member Profiles on the ArbitralWomen Website

YAWP member profiles are included in the Member Directory on the ArbitralWomen website, where visitors can search for arbitrators, mediators, experts, and lawyers.

YAWP Member Publications on the ArbitralWomen Website and AW-Kluwer Blog

YAWP members' publications are promoted, allowing them to be listed in the member profile and published on the AW-Kluwer Blog.

Join Us

YAWP offers a unique opportunity for young women in ADR to develop their skills, expand their networks, and advance their careers. Follow the YAWP LinkedIn page to learn more about our activities and initiatives.