Monrovia, April 30 -- The Association of Female Lawyers of Liberia (AFELL) has reiterated its commitment to strengthening the rule of law and promoting justice across Liberia. The call was made during the organization's 23rd National Convention held over the weekend on Capitol Hill in Monrovia.

The convention, held under the theme "Together Let's Rise Up to Strengthen the Rule of Law for Justice," brought together key legal and civil society stakeholders. It also marked the reelection of Cllr. Philomena T. Williams as President of AFELL for a new term.

In her address, Cllr. Williams spotlighted critical national concerns, including sexual and gender-based violence, custody rights in divorce cases, and female genital mutilation. She cal...