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SUMMARY:What’s in it for us? Introduction to bar and law society benefits
  of membership and participation in the Bar Issues Commission
DESCRIPTION:Bars and law societies around the world come in all shapes an
 d sizes\, histories and traditions. Some exist to serve the interests of
  their members\, some are mandated by law to regulate the legal professi
 on in the public interest\, and others carry out both roles at the same 
 time. Despite each organization’s differences and local autonomy\, the c
 ase for them to come together as a global association - in this instance
  under the auspices of the Bar Issues Commission of the IBA - begins wit
 h the universally shared principle that an independent\, competent and e
 thical legal profession is an essential pillar of well-functioning legal
  systems everywhere.\n\nThe constant rhythm of change of leadership of o
 ur member organizations means that many conference attendees will be new
  to their roles and new to the IBA. In this interactive session\, we wil
 l provide an overview of how the BIC brings value to its member organiza
 tions\, and more importantly\, how participation by each organization on
  the IBA’s global stage benefits the others. Speakers will provide concr
 ete examples of information-sharing\, collaborative action and collectiv
 e advocacy\, all of which is intended to enhance the level of knowledge 
 and connection that will prove useful for bar leaders to take to their h
 ome jurisdictions in order to strengthen their work locally. The session
  will also provide an opportunity for participants to express their idea
 s on how the value proposition offered by their bar or law society’s mem
 bership in the IBA (and the BIC) can be maximised.\n
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