Africa's 1st
Fashion Law Institute
Empowering the intersection of law and fashion
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Championing legal and policy advocacy for the growth of the fashion industry in Africa.
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Fashion Law Institute stands as a pioneering pan-African initiative formed by fashion law practitioners across the continent with a mission to advance intellectual discourse and professional standards within the intersection of fashion and law throughout Africa.

Serving as a premier institution, we endeavor to narrow the divide between the fashion industry and legal frameworks across the African continent. Our initiatives encompass fostering accountability, conducting extensive research, and advocating for crucial legal, policy, and institutional reforms within Africa’s vibrant fashion landscape. Our overarching goal is to enrich Africa’s fashion ecosystem, igniting sustainable development and catalyzing economic progress.

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Our Objectives

Who We Serve

The Fashion Law Institute is dedicated to serving a diverse range of individuals, organizations, and stakeholders within the fashion industry. Our services and initiatives are tailored to meet the unique needs and challenges of the following groups:
Fashion Brands (Apparel, Accessories, Footwear)

Fashion brands of all types and sizes. From established luxury brands to emerging designers, we offer assistance in areas such as trademark registration, brand protection, intellectual property rights, licensing agreements, and Fashion Law with industry regulations

Beauty, Skincare, and Lifestyle Companies

Our expertise extends to beauty, skincare, and lifestyle companies operating within the fashion industry. We assist these companies in navigating legal issues related to product development, formulation, branding, labeling, regulatory Fashion Law, and intellectual property protection.

Fashion and Talent Agencies

We offer legal counsel and support to fashion and talent agencies, helping them navigate the unique legal landscape of the industry. Our services include contract drafting and negotiations, talent representation agreements, intellectual property rights, licensing, and regulatory Fashion Law.

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Pro bono Legal Consultation

Connect with our experienced legal professionals for expert advice and guidance tailored to the fashion industry's unique legal challenges.

Training Programs

Enhance your legal knowledge with our cutting-edge training programs, workshops, and conferences designed for legal and fashion industry professionals.

Resource Center

Access our extensive collection of legal resources, research materials, publications, case studies, and legal precedents to stay informed and up-to-date on fashion law.

Our Team

Bernice Ofunre Asein

Executive Director

Anita Olohitare Asein

Finance Director

Ogundipe Olayinka Daniel

Sustainability & Impact Programme Coordinator

Princess Ilobekemen Oriarebun

Operations Coordinator

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