Conference Theme - APBC

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 Workshop
    Seinan Gakuin University
  • 3 December Pro Bono Week Workshop
    Seinan 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
    Fukuoka International Congress Center

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.

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 - APBC

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 Deadline
    28 February 2026
  • Main Conference
    4-6 December 2026
Sponsorship Opportunities - APBC

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:

Registration Fees - APBC

We are excited to welcome you to the 14th Asia Pro Bono Conference (14APBC) & Access to Justice Exchange (A2JX), a gathering of legal professionals, academics, students, and justice advocates from around the world.

Dates:
14th Asia Pro Bono Conference: Dec 4-6, 2026 | Location: Fukuoka International Congress Center, Fukuoka, Japan
Access to Justice Exchange: Dec 2-3 and Dec 7, 2026

Registration Fees

Below are the 14th Asia Pro Bono Conference & Access to Justice Exchange registration categories.

Secure your spot today for the three-day conference (4-6 December 2026) and a series of workshop (2-3, 7 December 2026), packed with insightful sessions.

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 – 31 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 – 31 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 – 31 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 – 31 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 - APBC

Discount Options

(In-person Participants Only)

Multi-Event Bundle Discounts

Individuals (in-person participation)
14th APBC + Role of Bar Associations Workshop + CLE Workshop
Save $75
14th APBC + Role of Bar Associations Workshop + Pro Bono Week Workshop
Save $75
All four events
Save $120

Group Discount (APBC Only)

Only for same organization (in-person participation)

Group registration allows one person, who acts as the group leader, to register a group of participants through the registration system and is limited to five people from the same organization. The fifth participant receives a 50 percent discount on the registration fee (4-6 December Asia Pro Bono Conference). The discount is automatically applied during registration and is valid for Asia Pro Bono Conference participation only.

Important Notes

  • Discounts are subject to capacity
  • Discounts cannot be combined
  • All discounts are applied at the time of registration

Need Help?

If you have questions about registration or discounts, please contact the conference secretariat at .