
This program offers a unique opportunity for law students and recent law graduates to learn from lawyers who have successfully incorporated public interest law and pro bono into their careers. As part of this program, selected mentees will:
- Be paired with an experienced lawyer based in Hong Kong.
- Gain a broader perspective on their future career and see examples of alternative career opportunities.
- Learn how public interest work can be a real part of their legal practice.
- Learn and practice skills that are crucial for becoming effective public interest or pro bono lawyers.
- Learn from leaders in the field, with opportunities for networking with other mentors and mentees.
- Receive guidance from PILnet.
For more details about the Program, including eligibility criteria and expectations for mentees, please read the Guide for Mentors and Mentees.
Note that these dates are subject to change. Mentors and mentees will also meet informally throughout the program.
| Mentee application deadline | 19 August 2026, 12pm |
| Interview and selection period | 19 August to 3 September 2026 |
| Mentees notified | 4 September 2026 |
| Opening Event | 16 September 2026, evening |
| Mentor-mentee meetings | At least four meetings from September 2026 to January 2027 (around once per month) |
| Sharing Event | 15 October 2026, evening |
| Mid-term check-in with PILnet | November to December 2026 |
| Legal Training Workshop | 2 December 2026 |
| Closing Event | 28 January 2027, evening |
We are grateful to the WYNG Foundation for their support of this program.

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