Environmental Law Program

SICLE offers a comprehensive series of courses on Environmental Law, focusing on Somalia’s Law No. 22 (Environmental Protection Law) and its interaction with the Penal and Civil Codes. These courses prepare legal professionals to address environmental challenges and enforce environmental protections in Somalia.

Course Offerings

Course 1: Environmental Law and Justice in Somalia – Law No. 22 in Practice

An introduction to Somalia’s Environmental Protection Law, examining its practical application in legal proceedings. Students learn to identify environmental violations, understand enforcement mechanisms, and represent clients in environmental disputes.

Duration: 8 weeks | Format: Hybrid (In-person & Online)

Course 2: Protection and Management of the Somali Environment

A comprehensive study of environmental protection frameworks in Somalia, including resource management, conservation principles, and sustainable development within the legal context.

Duration: 8 weeks | Format: Hybrid

Course 3: Somali Environmental Governance – From Law No. 22 to Criminal and Civil Responsibility

Examine the governance structures for environmental protection and learn how environmental violations can lead to both criminal charges and civil liability under Somali law.

Duration: 10 weeks | Format: Hybrid

Course 4: The New Era of Environmental Protection in Somalia – Rights, Crimes, and Remedies

Explore the constitutional and statutory rights related to environmental protection, the crimes defined under environmental law, and the remedies available to affected parties.

Duration: 8 weeks | Format: Hybrid

Course 5: Environmental Protection in Somalia – Advanced Topics

An advanced course covering complex environmental legal issues, international environmental law, and cross-border environmental challenges affecting Somalia.

Duration: 8 weeks | Format: Online

Course 6: Integrating Environmental Law with the Penal and Civil Codes – Part I

Study how environmental law intersects with Somalia’s Penal Code, focusing on criminal liability for environmental damage and prosecution procedures.

Duration: 6 weeks | Format: Hybrid

Course 7: Integrating Environmental Law with the Penal and Civil Codes – Part II

Continue the study of environmental law integration, focusing on civil liability, compensation mechanisms, and dispute resolution in environmental cases.

Duration: 6 weeks | Format: Hybrid

Course 8: Accountability in Environmental Protection

Examine accountability frameworks for environmental protection, including government obligations, corporate responsibility, and individual liability.

Duration: 8 weeks | Format: Hybrid

Course 9: Introduction to Somali Environmental Law and Enforcement

A foundational course for those new to environmental law, covering basic principles, key legislation, and enforcement mechanisms in Somalia.

Duration: 6 weeks | Format: Online

Course 10: Practical Training on Law No. 22

Hands-on practical training in applying Law No. 22, including case studies, moot court exercises, and supervised clinical work on environmental cases.

Duration: 10 weeks | Format: In-person

Course 11: Environmental Law for Students and Practitioners

Designed for both law students and early-career practitioners, this course provides essential knowledge and practical skills for environmental legal practice.

Duration: 8 weeks | Format: Hybrid

Course 12: Environment, Crime, and Liability in Somalia – Explained

A comprehensive overview of how environmental crimes are defined, prosecuted, and penalized under Somali law, with case studies and practical examples.

Duration: 8 weeks | Format: Online

Why Study Environmental Law?

Environmental law is increasingly important in Somalia as the nation addresses:

  • Climate change impacts on agriculture and coastal communities
  • Resource management and conservation challenges
  • Industrial development and environmental protection balance
  • International environmental obligations and agreements

Legal professionals with environmental law expertise are in high demand to advise businesses, represent communities, and support government enforcement efforts.

Enroll Today

Start your environmental law training with SICLE. Contact us to enroll and begin your first three months free.