Pro Bono Month 2025-26 | Organised by Legal Services Clinic, NLSIU
November 12, 2025
The Legal Services Clinic (LSC) at NLSIU announces the commencement of Pro Bono Month 2025, a month-long celebration dedicated to promoting legal aid and awareness. Initiated as part of the LSC’s outreach efforts, this annual flagship event marks National Legal Services Day on November 9.
This year’s celebration holds special significance as it coincides with the 30 years since the establishment of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA). To commemorate this milestone, the LSC will be organising a series of events throughout November, including a panel discussion, documentary screening, quiz, and more.
Nov 6 | Panel Discussion
Kicking-off the month’s activities, the LSC, in collaboration with the Ford Foundation Chair in Public Interest Law, hosted a Panel Discussion on “Access to Justice in the AI Age: The Future of Legal Aid in India.”
The discussion explored how emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), are reshaping the delivery of legal aid and redefining access to justice in India.
Panellists:
- Sachin Malhan, Founder, Agami & NLSIU Alumnus
- Shirisha B. Reddy, Fellow, Nyaaya
- Varsha Aithala, Partner, Justice Adda & Assistant Professor, NLSIU (Discussant)
Nov 19-26 | Justice Definitions Edit-a-thon
The Justice Definitions Edit-a-thon is being organised in collaboration with the Judicial Data Collaborative convened by DAKSH, starting November 19, 2025. Participants can research, write, and compete for exciting prizes while contributing to the Justice Definitions Wiki.
What is the Justice Definitions Project?
The Justice Definitions Project is a collaborative initiative to build a comprehensive repository of definitions and taxonomies related to the Indian justice system on a wiki platform. It bridges gaps between official literature, academic research, and public understanding by organizing key legal terms and concepts into a prescribed format.
This project is already in full swing, with NLSIU students actively contributing as Research Associates in its first phase. Their drafts are published on the Justice Definitions Wiki (accessible [here]). This Edit-a-thon invites you to build on this momentum through a competitive, hands-on research event.
What is the Edit-a-thon?
The Edit-a-thon is a multi-stage event, where participants will be guided by the DAKSH team to draft entries for the Justice Definitions Wiki. They will be given a week to work on specific themes, following which teams will be selected to present their work.
Edit-a-thon Timeline
The competition will unfold in the following stages:
- Nov 15: Last date to register.
- Nov 19: Primer session with DAKSH, introducing the project and competition rules.
- Nov 19-25: Drafting period (with doubt-clearance support available).
- Nov 26: Final presentations before an expert panel. Top entries will be selected based on evaluation criteria, with immediate feedback provided.
This is your chance to apply your research and analytical skills while contributing to the growing Justice Definitions Wiki.
Why Participate?
- Certificates: All participants receive certificates from DAKSH acknowledging their contribution.
- Research Associateship: Successfully completing the Edit-a-thon qualifies you for the DAKSH Justice Definitions Research Associate Program, where your work will be published on the Justice Definitions Wiki.
- Prizes: Top teams will receive exciting rewards.
Registration
Apply in teams of 2 and rank your theme preferences. Only one teammate should fill the form by 11:59 PM, Wednesday, November 12th 2025. Form Link: https://forms.gle/aoMdXReTNDcERxsv5
Important Notes
- This competition is conducted by DAKSH, only serious participants to register. Teams must consist of 2 members only.
- Please note that signing up without participating will be taken seriously.
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