Students for the Promotion of International Law (SPIL), Mumbai, is pleased to announce a Webinar on ‘Youth and Climate Governance in International Law’ by Dr. Stellina Jolly on 12th August 2025, 3 PM IST to commemorate International Youth Day.
Dr. Jolly currently serves as an Associate Professor at the faculty of Legal Studies, South Asian University (SAU)
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About SPIL Mumbai:
Students for the Promotion of International Law (SPIL), Mumbai is a student-run academic body based at Government Law College, Mumbai, dedicated to creating awareness and fostering dialogue on contemporary issues in international law. SPIL regularly organises lectures, webinars, workshops, and competitions, attracting participation from across India and abroad. Amongst our various initiatives such as the Judgment Deliberation Competition (JDC), Treaty Appreciation Competition (TAC), etc., through our flagship event — the GLC International Law Summit — we have had the privilege of hosting eminent scholars, jurists, diplomats, and legal practitioners, and continue to build platforms that connect academia with real-world developments in international law.
About Government Law College, Mumbai:
Established in 1855, Government Law College (GLC) Mumbai, enjoys the privilege of being the oldest law school in Asia and a premier institution for legal education in India. Affiliated to the University of Mumbai and located in the heart of the city’s legal district, GLC has nurtured freedom fighters, generations of eminent jurists, advocates, judges and public intellectuals. The college continues to build on its legacy of academic excellence, public service, and the commitment to the rule of law.
About the Speaker:
Dr. Stellina Jolly is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Legal Studies, South Asian University (SAU). She is a Visiting Senior Research Associate with the Centre for Emerging Countries in Private international law at the University of Johannesburg. She is also a Visiting Professor at the Maharashtra National Law University, Mumbai. She is a Fulbright Scholar with the University of San Francisco and a recipient of the International Visitors Leadership Program (IVLP). She researches international environmental law and conflict of laws.
Dr. Jolly serves as a member of several academic and policy advisory committees and has actively engaged with international organisations on issues relating to environmental law, migration, and youth participation in global governance. She has delivered lectures at prestigious universities and continues to mentor law students and young professionals globally.
About the Webinar
“Students for the Promotion of International Law (SPIL), Mumbai, is pleased to announce a Webinar on ‘Youth And Climate Governance in International Law’ by Dr. Stellina Jolly.
This webinar will delve into the crucial role of youth in shaping and participating in global climate governance frameworks, examining how international legal instruments and institutions have evolved to respond to the climate crisis through youth-led initiatives and advocacy. From UNFCCC mechanisms to climate litigation and advisory opinions, the session will provide insights into both the opportunities and the challenges faced by young climate advocates within the international legal system. It will further explore how youth engagement is redefining accountability, ambition, and equity in international climate discourse.
The event is scheduled to take place online on 12th August 2025 at 3:00 PM IST. All interested participants are encouraged to attend. You may also visit our event webpage directly HERE.
This Webinar is part of SPIL Mumbai’s ongoing efforts to encourage critical engagement with international legal developments by connecting students and professionals with leading scholars and practitioners in the field.
For any queries, please feel free to write to us at [email protected].
Registrations and Link:
To register and for more information, please visit: https://www.spilmumbai.org/event-details/webinar-international-youth-day-2025
All attendees who register beforehand, shall receive a Certificate of Attendance.
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