SCILL stands for Skills, Career, Innovation, Leadership and Learning. The SCILL board supports the development of the legal profession and serves as AIJA’s hub for skills and career training.
We focus on AIJA members’ professional and personal development, helping AIJA members become more effective, successful, and balanced. SCILL’s work is built on three pillars: (1) a pool of trainers providing free one-to-one and group coaching at main AIJA events; (2) Online learning (webinars and collaboration tools); and (3) practical trainings and workshops across AIJA events on topics such as leadership, diversity, public speaking, negotiation, client development, and legal project management.
Throughout the year, SCILL delivers individual or join sessions with other AIJA commissions. At AIJA’s flagship events (Half-Year Conference and Annual Congress), the board typically runs practical trainings and workshops.
Key SCILL initiatives and programmes
- Individual and group coaching at AIJA flagship events.
- Panel participation and the organisation of additional webinars and workshops.
- Public Speaking Crash Course: to improve presentation skills, stage confidence, and audience engagement.
- Mentorship Programme: we match mentors and mentees for a one year journey or a defined Project. An opportunity to share experience, set goals, and grow together. (Link with more information)
- Buddy Programme: at flagship events, first-time attendees are matched with an experienced member to navigate the event and discover AIJA\’s initiatives and networking opportunities.
- Agents of Change: a mental health programme to tackle key challenges in legal practice (e.g., burnout and unrealistic expectations) and help members move from awareness to action. (Link with more information)
