About Us

Who We Are

LEFOWAC (Legal Empowerment for Women and Children) is a purpose-driven association dedicated to advancing justice, dignity, and equality for women and children through legal empowerment. It brings together committed female lawyers, jurists, and legal counsellors who use their professional expertise to provide legal assistance, advocacy, and education for vulnerable groups. Rooted in compassion and professionalism, LEFOWAC works to ensure that access to justice is not a privilege, but a fundamental right for every woman and child.

The association serves women of all ages, children in need of protection, and communities facing social and legal vulnerabilities. LEFOWAC exists to bridge the gap between the law and those who need it most — empowering individuals with knowledge, defending their rights, and advocating for systems that promote fairness and inclusion. Through collaboration, community engagement, and ethical legal practice, LEFOWAC strives to build a society where every woman and child can live free from discrimination, violence, and injustice.

Our Vision

LEFOWAC envisions a just, inclusive, and equitable society where every woman and child lives free from discrimination, violence, and injustice, fully aware of their rights and empowered to realise their full potential. We strive for a future where female legal professionals lead transformative change, communities are legally informed, and systems of justice protect the dignity and wellbeing of all, regardless of background or circumstance.

Our Mission

LEFOWAC is committed to providing accessible legal assistance, advocacy, and legal education to women, children, and vulnerable groups. Through the collective expertise of female lawyers, jurists, and counsellors, we work to protect rights, strengthen legal awareness, and influence positive social and legal change. Our mission is to empower individuals, support communities, and promote justice through compassionate, ethical, and professional legal practice.

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Our Objectives

Our Values & Principles

Empowerment

We believe that knowledge and access to justice transform lives. LEFOWAC empowers women and children by equipping them with legal awareness, confidence, and practical support to claim their rights and shape their futures with dignity.

Integrity

We uphold the highest standards of honesty, transparency, and professional ethics in all our legal and advocacy work. Integrity guides our decisions, builds trust with the communities we serve, and strengthens our credibility as legal professionals.

Justice

Justice is at the heart of our mission. We are committed to fairness, equality, and the protection of fundamental rights. LEFOWAC works to ensure that laws and systems serve women and children equitably, without discrimination or bias.

Compassion

We approach every individual and situation with empathy, respect, and understanding. Recognizing the sensitivity of many legal challenges faced by women and children, we provide support in a manner that preserves dignity and promotes healing.

Community

We believe that lasting change is achieved through collaboration. LEFOWAC works closely with communities, institutions, and partners to build collective strength and foster inclusive solutions that benefit all.

Accountability

We are responsible stewards of our mission and the trust placed in us. LEFOWAC remains accountable to our members, beneficiaries, and partners by maintaining transparency, professionalism, and measurable impact in all our activities.

Our Legal Professionals

Barr. Marylin Bih

Barr. Marylin Bih

President
Tabi lum

Tabi lum

Secretary General
Barr. Manka Delphine

Barr. Manka Delphine

Tresurer

Empowering women and protecting children through justice

Monday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday 08:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Sunday Closed
Mile 1 Up Station  Bamenda, NWR – CM | Phone: +237 681 245 259 | Email: info@lefowac.org

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