ABOUT OWLS

OWLS was formed in 1986. Its objects include:

• to work for the equal opportunity and advancement of women in the study and practice of law;
• to work for reform of the law and its administration, and for the advancement of social policy, particularly as it affects women and children; and
• to promote the use of women’s skills in law.

We also celebrate and encourage women in the practice of law and hold regular social and educational events. We provide a support network for women during their study and practice of law whilst working and maintaining connections with organisations both nationally and internationally with similar objectives.

OWLS embraces te reo Māori and te ao Māori, and is committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and fostering the representation and empowerment of all women, including wāhine Māori.

All women who are law students, law clerks, working as legal executives, who hold a degree in law and women who have been admitted to the Bar, are eligible to join.