Conference Theme:
"Reflections and Collaborative Future Vision"
Join us in Fukuoka for the 14th Asia Pro Bono Conference & Access to Justice Exchange (14APBC&A2JX), a dynamic 6-day convening bringing together legal service providers, legal practitioners, academics, justice educators, students, community advocates, and pro bono champions from across the region and beyond.
The 14APBC&A2JX will feature a series of events under one collaborative umbrella, offering participants a full spectrum of learning, sharing, and networking opportunities:
- 2-3 December Fundamentals of Clinical Legal Education: Goals, Models and Shared
Practices WorkshopSeinan Gakuin University
- 3 December Pro Bono Week WorkshopSeinan Gakuin University
- 4-6 December 14th Asia Pro Bono Conference (APBC) A highlight will be
the session "Building a Healthier Legal Profession: Wellness, Recovery, and the Global Pro Bono
Move."Fukuoka International Congress Center
- 7 December Role of Bar Associations/Law Societies in Supporting Pro Bono Workshop
Throughout the week, the Access to Justice Exchange (A2JX) will host various meetings, collaborative discussions, and networking activities that complement the main conference and promote shared learning and cross-border partnerships.
This convening will be offered under one registration fee, giving participants access to all events with flexible options to tailor their experience.
Stay tuned for the opening of conference registration.
Join us in shaping the next chapter of the regional and global pro bono and access to justice movement, reflecting on our journey and envisioning a collaborative future.
Call for Session Proposals
Submissions for session proposals for the main conference (4-6 December 2026) are now open.
An organized session is an opportunity to bring together a group of legal service providers and access to justice advocates from multiple dimensions to present and discuss pro bono legal work in supporting access to justice, and to share ideas, experiences, best practices, successful collaborations, and solutions to compelling social issues.
We're seeking interactive sessions that are “Far Reaching, Flexible, and Fun,” aligning with the conference theme. Our goal is to create an engaging experience for all participants by showcasing diverse approaches to pro bono practice.
Please read the guidelines carefully before preparing your proposal, and submit it by 28 February 2026.
Key Dates
- Submission Deadline28 February 2026
- Main Conference4-6 December 2026
2026 Collaboration Support & Sponsorship Opportunities
Detailed below are the sponsorship packages for the 14th Asia Pro Bono Conference & Access to Justice Exchange. If you are interested, please email the Conference Secretariat for sponsorship opportunities: [email protected]
Upcoming Event
Asian Networking for Free Legal Service 法律家(弁護士／法務職ら)のボランティア活動国際連携
February 6 , 2026 l 17:30-19:00 (JST)
Organized by Waseda University Institute of Asia-Pacific Studies Research Group on “Development and Human Rights” NPO Human Security Forum
共催：早稲田大学アジア太平洋研究センター「開発と人権」
研究部会, NPO法人「人間の安全保障」フォーラム
アクセ
Venue: Room 309, Building 19, Waseda University
1-21-2 Nishiwaseda, Shinjuku-ku,
Tokyo (Basement Level 1, Building
19, Waseda University)
Format: Hybrid 形式：ハイブリッド
Languages: Japanese and English 使 用言語：日本語、英語 併用
Seminar Summary: The seminar will be held in an interactive style to discuss access to justice and pro bono activities from the perspective of human security, and explore the development of pro bono work in Japan, with a particular focus on youth participation.
概要: 本セミナーでは、司法アクセスとプロボノを 人間安全保障の視点から捉えるとともに、日本におけ るプロボノの発展について、ユースの参加を中心にと した観点から、参加者とともに考察する。
Moderator: Yasunobu Sato モデレーター 佐藤安信
Panelists: Aleksandra Nemirova, Buyanbileg Takeda パネリスト
Aleksandra Nemirova、武田ブヤンビレグ
Registration closes on Monday, January 31, at 23:59 pm (JST)
お申し込み方法 01月31日（月）23:59 URLより
Registration Fees
Below are the 14th Asia Pro Bono Conference & Access to Justice Exchange registration categories.
Secure your spot today for a three-day conference packed (4-6 December 2026) and series of workshop (1-3, 7 December 2026) with insightful sessions addressing key social issues, highlighting the impact of pro bono work in supporting access to justice and the rule of law, and offering opportunities to forge meaningful partnerships.
Registration Deadline: Sunday, November 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM (UTC+7)
14th Asia Pro Bono Conference
| Participant Category | Early 1 Feb – 31 Mar 2026 | Regular 1 Apr – 30 Aug 2026 | Late 1 Sep – 15 Nov 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Large Law Firm | $600.00 | $700.00 | $850.00 |
| Small to Midsize Law Firm | $475.00 | $575.00 | $700.00 |
| Bar Association Representatives | $425.00 | $500.00 | $600.00 |
| Solo Practitioner | $400.00 | $475.00 | $525.00 |
| NGOs /Academia / Government Employees | $380.00 | $455.00 | $600.00 |
| Locals/Internationals working in Japan | $300.00 | $375.00 | $425.00 |
| Students | $250.00 | $275.00 | $325.00 |
| Virtual | $100.00 | $125.00 | $150.00 |
Access to Justice Exchange
Fundamentals of Clinical Legal Education Goals, Models and Shared Practices Workshop
| Participant Category | Early 1 Feb – 31 Mar 2026 | Regular 1 Apr – 30 Aug 2026 | Late 1 Sep – 15 Nov 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-person | $150.00 | $175.00 | $200.00 |
| Virtual | $ 50.00 | $ 85.00 | $100.00 |
Pro Bono Week Workshop
| Participant Category | Early 1 Feb – 31 Mar 2026 | Regular 1 Apr – 30 Aug 2026 | Late 1 Sep – 15 Nov 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-person | $125.00 | $150.00 | $175.00 |
| Virtual | $ 30.00 | $ 40.00 | $ 50.00 |
The Role of Bar Associations/Law Societies in Supporting Pro Bono Workshop
| Participant Category | Early 1 Feb – 31 Mar 2026 | Regular 1 Apr – 30 Aug 2026 | Late 1 Sep – 15 Nov 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-person | $125.00 | $150.00 | $175.00 |
| Virtual | $ 30.00 | $ 40.00 | $ 50.00 |
Discount Options
(In-person Participants Only)
Multi-Event Bundle Discounts
Group Discount (APBC Only)
For group registration (for 5 participants), please contact the [email protected] before registration.
Important Notes
- Discounts are subject to capacity
- Discounts cannot be combined
- All discounts are applied at the time of registration