Our Mission
SICLE’s mission is to empower Somali legal professionals through education, mentorship, and advocacy, ultimately boosting access to justice and professional excellence throughout the nation.
We are committed to:
- Enhancing the quality of the judiciary, legal bar, and other legal professionals within Somalia
- Developing, administering, and regulating ongoing educational requirements for judges and attorneys
- Promoting lifelong learning among legal professionals
- Maintaining the highest ethical standards within the profession
- Ensuring legal professionals are equipped to deliver high-quality legal services
Our Vision
“Innovative legal professionals transforming society”
We envision a Somalia where:
- Capable and competent legal professionals serve communities with excellence
- Effective and efficient practice of laws ensures justice is served
- Enjoyable justice accessible to all regardless of background or means
- An independent and impartial judiciary upholds the rule of law
- Feasible human rights protection is realized for all Somalis
- Supremacy of law, democracy, and good governance guides the nation
- Peace and stability prevail throughout Somalia
We Act for Change
At SICLE, we see ourselves as agents of change, dedicated to promoting sustainable legal practices that enhance the legal profession and the community at large. We believe that the legal sector thrives when supported by robust systems and healthy communities.
We focus on:
- Enhancing Sustainability: Using our platform to enhance the sustainability of legal education and professional development in Somalia
- Addressing Systemic Issues: Bringing together legal professionals and stakeholders to address urgent systemic issues, such as the need for legal reform
- Driving Innovation: Acting as a catalyst for continuous improvement and innovation within the legal industry
Our Commitment
SICLE is committed to its role as a guardian of Somalia’s legal education system, ensuring that our work is aligned with the goals, values, and beliefs of the legal professionals we serve.
- Aligning Programs with Client Values: Our programs are designed to reflect the objectives and values of our participants
- Transparent Reporting: We provide clear, detailed reporting on the outcomes of our programs
- Full Transparency: We maintain transparency in all of our actions, ensuring stakeholders are well-informed
Our CLE programs offer more than just knowledge—they equip participants with the tools needed for long-term success and fulfillment in legal practice.