Applications are currently being accepted for the Digicivic Initiative Digital Rights Litigation Surgery (DRLS) Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About DRLS Programme
The Digital Rights Litigation Surgery is a practice-oriented programme that equips lawyers with the legal, strategic, and advocacy skills required to advance digital rights litigation, civic space protection, freedom of expression, data protection, and technology-related human rights. Through hands-on learning, case analysis, and post-training engagement, the programme seeks to build a pool of lawyers committed to public-interest and pro bono digital rights work.
Benefits of DRLS Programme
- Practical training on digital rights litigation, strategic case development, and legal advocacy.
- Exposure to real-world digital rights cases and emerging legal challenges in Nigeria.
- Opportunities to engage with experienced digital rights practitioners, litigators, and civil society actors.
- Inclusion in Digicivic Initiative’s growing network of digital rights lawyers and public-interest advocates.
- Post-training opportunities for continued engagement in digital rights litigation and advocacy initiatives.
DRLS Programme Requirements
- Applicants must be qualified legal practitioners called to the Nigerian Bar.
- Demonstrated interest or experience in digital rights, human rights, technology law, media law, data protection, or public-interest litigation.
- Strong commitment to pro bono legal work and collaborative engagement with civil society and affected communities.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
25 February, 2026
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