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JSW School of Law’s Third Undergraduate Summer School Program

June 09– June 22, 2025Pangbisa, Paro, Bhutan The JSW School of Law (https://jswlaw.bt/) is very pleasedto announce the Third Annual Undergraduate SummerSchool Program at its spectacular new green campus justoutside of Paro, Bhutan. Students are invited to apply for theprogram. Accepted students will have a choice of two out ofthree courses taught by highly respected […]

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Second Edition of the First-Year Moot Court Competition Concludes Successfully

The Moot Court Society of JSW School of Law successfully hosted the Second Edition of the First-Year Moot Court Competition, bringing together first-year law students for an intense three-day legal battle. The competition culminated in a thrilling Championship Round held on March 6, 2025. Launched in 2024, this annual competition provides a dynamic platform for […]

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Paro Forum 2025: Bridging Knowledge to Action

The Paro Forum 2025, hosted by the JSW Law Climate Change & Environmental Law Centre, brought together distinguished experts and leaders to address the pressing issues of water management and climate change. The forum aimed to catalyze meaningful discussions and collaborations that will drive real action towards a sustainable future. The event was honoured by […]

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JSW Law Hosts Conference on “Building Partnerships in Corporate Social Responsibility for Sustainable Development

JSW Law, in collaboration with Helvetas Bhutan, successfully organised a one-day conference on “Building Partnerships in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) for Sustainable Development.” The event brought together key stakeholders, including representatives from Druk Holding and Investments (DHI), State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs), Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), and the private sector, to explore innovative strategies for leveraging CSR […]

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Fourth International Conference on GNH & Law

The Fourth International Conference on Gross National Happiness (GNH) & Law, hosted by JSW Law at its campus in Pangbisa, Paro, commenced today. Under the theme ‘Criminal Justice for Happiness,’ this three-day conference brings together scholars, legal experts, and practitioners from around the world, alongside national participants, to explore the vital relationship between criminal justice […]

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JSW Law Hosts Third Graduation Ceremony

On this auspicious occasion, JSW Law proudly celebrated its 3rd Graduation Ceremony, honouring the accomplishments of 34 graduates from the Class of 2024. The event was graced by the presence of the Hon’ble Chief Justice of India, Dr. Justice Dhananjaya Y. Chandrachud, as the Chief Guest, and Her Royal Highness Princess Sonam Dechan Wangchuck, Honourable […]

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Empowering Bhutan’s Next Climate Champions: Navigating Global Negotiations for a Sustainable Future

The Climate Change and Environmental Law Centre at JSW Law is hosting a three-day workshop from 24th to 26th September 2024, aimed at preparing Bhutan’s next generation of climate negotiators. Titled “Empowering Bhutan’s Next Climate Champions: Navigating Global Negotiations for a Sustainable Future,” the workshop addresses the urgent need to bridge the knowledge gap left […]

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JSW Law Inaugurates First Child Justice Summer School

JSW School of Law inaugurated the first Summer School on access to justice for children at our Pangbisa campus, Paro. This landmark event, running until 5 September 2024, is focused on enhancing access to justice for children in Bhutan. The programme has brought together 20 participants from key institutions – the Judiciary, the Office of […]

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JSW Law Intramural Moot Court Competition 2024

The Moot Court Society at JSW Law successfully organised its annual Intramural Moot Court Competition on 18th August 2024, reaffirming its commitment to nurturing legal talent. This highly anticipated event provided an invaluable platform for students from the second year through to the final year to sharpen their advocacy, research, and oral presentation skills, while […]

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Ugyen Thinley Speaks at Law Library of Congress Webinar

Mr. Ugyen Thinley, Director of Library Resources and Services at JSW School of Law, was invited by Ms. Aslihan Bulut, Head of the Law Library of Congress, to present at a Foreign and Comparative Law Webinar on 18 July 2024. Mr. Thinley spoke on “Laws on Happiness: The Legal System and Legislation of Bhutan” to […]

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JSW Law Accredited as Observer to the Green Climate Fund

We are delighted to announce that Jigme Singye Wangchuck School of Law (JSW Law) has been officially accredited as an observer organization to the Green Climate Fund (GCF) as of July 10, 2024. This accreditation, as per decision B.BM-2024/04, acknowledges JSW Law’s commitment to contributing to global efforts in climate change mitigation and adaptation. This […]

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JSW Law Welcomes Graduate Summer School Students and Class of 2029

The welcome event was attended by guests from the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS), the Rule of Law Programme Asia, Singapore, Professors teaching the summer school courses and JSW Law staff and students. The Graduate Summer School programme, organised in partnership with Lewis & Clark Law School, USA, is a three-week intensive course for the 18 […]

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JSW Law Hosts its Undergraduate Summer School 2024

With immense pride and satisfaction, JSW Law celebrates the successful closing of its Second Undergraduate Summer School, held from June 17 to June 30, 2024. The intensive two-week course, conducted at the JSW Law campus, brought together 40 students from law school and universities in India, Singapore, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Bhutan. The Summer School featured […]

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National Dialogue on Tax Justice, Improved Compliance, and a Renewed Social Contract for the SDGs

In collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Bhutan UNDP Bhutan, the Research Center successfully hosted the inaugural “National Dialogue on Tax Justice, Improved Compliance, and a Renewed Social Contract for the SDGs. The dialogue featured a panel discussion among the speakers, followed by a question and answer session. The discussion centered around the […]

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JSW Law Alumni Association Hosts Inaugural Career Panel to Inspire and Guide Current Students

The JSW Law Alumni Association hosted a Career Panel marking one of the first significant initiatives since the Association’s membership launch in May. The talk was organized with the objective of creating a vibrant platform for alumni to share their diverse professional journeys, providing invaluable insights and guidance to current students. By bringing together alumni […]

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JSW Law Hosts Workshop on Bhutanese Criminal Law

April 17, 2024 – JSW Law is hosting a three-day workshop on “Principles of Criminal Law: A Treatise on the Penal Code of Bhutan” starting today. The workshop aims to gather feedback and input on the Draft Book on the Penal Code of Bhutan. Participants include members of the Bhutanese legal fraternity, such as judges, […]

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Welcoming New Members to the JSW Law Community

We are delighted to announce the newest additions to the JSW Law family, each bringing a distinctive blend of expertise, dedication, and passion to their respective roles: Wangchuk Namgyel joins us as the Director for Student Affairs and Faculty Services, bringing a wealth of experience and passion for education and supporting our students and faculty. […]

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JSW School of Law’s Climate Change and Environment Graduate Summer School

July 13 – August 3, 2024Pangbisa, Paro, Bhutan The JSW School of Law invites you to attend a Special Graduate Program on Climate Change, the Environment, and Sustainability at its spectacular new green campus just outside of Paro, Bhutan. Students will have a choice of two courses taught by highly respected legal academicians from leading […]

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JSW Law Triumphs in Inaugural National Debate Competition on Climate Change

In a thrilling finale, JSW Law emerged victorious in the inaugural National Debate Competition on Climate Change. Sherubtse College took the runner-up position. The competition, spanning two days and bringing together students from colleges across Bhutan, concluded with a closing ceremony graced by Honourable Lyonpo Namgyal Dorji, Minister for the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and […]

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JSW Law Celebrates Staff Appointments and Promotions

JSW Law celebrated the appointment and promotion ceremony of the following staff: Dema Lham, appointed as Assistant Dean for Clinics; Migmar Lham, promoted to Lecturer; Kinley Wangdi, promoted to Deputy Chief PR and Media Officer; Ugyen Tshomo, appointed as Junior Lecturer; Thuji Wangmo, appointed as Junior Lecturer; Kinzang Namgay, appointed as Human Resource Officer and […]

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Law for ClimateTech : Advancing Innovative Solutions to Climate Challenges

JSW Law’s Climate Change and Environmental Law Centre invites you to participate in the Regional Essay Writing COMPETITION on : “Law for ClimateTech : Advancing Innovative Solutions to Climate Challenges.” Eligibility The competition is open to students pursuing BA,LLB/LLB, Master of Legal Studies, or Climate Change Studies at any university or law school located in […]

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Bhutan’s Environmental Leadership at COP28: Insights for the Next 50 Years

Tshering Dolkar, Lecturer, participated in a Roundtable Discussion on “Conservation in Bhutan: The Next 50 Years,” where panelists spoke about Bhutan’s approach to environmental conservation rooted in its Gross National Happiness philosophy, which seeks balanced development and conservation. With over half of its geographical area conserved, Bhutan is home to endemic wildlife and flora, including […]

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JSW Law participates in the COP28.

JSW Law is participating in the Twenty-Eighth Conference of the Parties (COP28) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), with four students: Lekzang Pakila Lhaki and Tenzin Dorji from the Class of 2024, Pema Choki from the Class of 2025, and Tshering Wangchuk from the College of Natural Resources (participating under the MoU signed between JSW […]

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The Second Graduation Ceremony of JSW Law: Class of 2023

On Monday, the 9th of October 2023, Jigme Singye Wangchuck School of Law (JSW Law) held its 2nd Graduation Ceremony, celebrating the accomplishments of 18 students (13 young women and 5 young men) of the graduating Class of 2023. The Chief Justice of Bhutan, Lyonpo Chogyal Dago Rigdzin, graced the ceremony as the Guest of […]

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INVITATION FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (for INTERNAL STAFF only)

With the approval of the Management Board via email endorsement on 11th September 2023. Weare pleased to invite, “Expression of Interest” for the position of SAAR OFFICER under the Office ofthe Student Affairs. The position level is at P4/pay grade 8 of the Conditions of Service. Please click here to view the Terms of Reference. […]

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JSW Law Announces New Appointments

Coinciding with the auspicious day, JSW Law is pleased to announce the appointment of Ugyen Dorji as the Director of the Administration and Finance Department and the promotion of Sonam Jamtsho as the Chief Finance Officer. Ugyen and Sonam both bring a wealth of experience, having previously held the positions of Chief of the Programme, […]

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JSW Law welcomed its newest students

JSW Law welcomed its newest students this morning at the Pangbisa campus in Paro. Congratulations to the Class of 2028—18 students, including 14 women and 4 men. The LL.B./PGDNL program at JSW Law now has a total of 100 students (71 women and 29 men). They were warmly welcomed by Dean Sangay Dorjee and the […]

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Postgraduate Diploma in National Law (PGDNL) Program

PGDNL Program was previously offered by Bhutan National Legal Institute in collaboration with Royal Institute of Management (RIM) in Simtokha. However, after discontinuation of the Program at RIM, a series of meetings were held among the Bar Council of Bhutan, the Bhutan National Legal Institute, JSW School of Law, the Judiciary, and the Royal Civil […]

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JSW SCHOOL OF LAW’S INAUGURAL SUMMER SCHOOL

June 26 – July 10, 2023Pangbisa, Paro, Bhutan The JSW School of Law is very proud to invite you to attend its inaugural Summer Law School at its spectacular new green campus just outside of Paro, Bhutan. Students will have a choice of three courses taught by highly respected legal academics from leading law schools […]

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New Registrar and Assistant Dean for Student Services joins office

11 April 2023, corresponding to the 20th Day of the 2nd Bhutanese Lunar month, JSW Law welcomed Dr Tenzin Wangchuk as the Registrar and Mr Nima Tshering as the Assistant Dean for Student Services. A simple Tendrel was organised to welcome them to JSW Law family. From the left : Mr. Nima Tshering, Dean Sangay […]

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JSW Law at the White & Case Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition

JSW Law is representing Bhutan at the White & Case Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition in Washington DC from 8-15 April 2023. The competition is a simulation of a fictional case between countries before the International Court of Justice (ICJ), the judicial organ of the United Nations. The Championship round is usually judged by […]

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Climate Justice for Happiness: JSW Law Launches Climate Change and Environmental Law Centre with Inaugural Paro Forum

To celebrate the 43rd Birth Anniversary of His Majesty The King, JSW School of Law(JSW Law) hosted a three-day Inaugural Paro Forum: Climate Justice for Happiness starting 22 – 24February 2023 at Pangbisa, Paro. More than 130 participants, climate leaders, and stakeholders from around the world gathered to share knowledge and best experiences in effectively […]

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Workshop on Climate Change Law and Policy Project

The JSW Law is organizing a week-long workshop on Climate Change Law and Policy Project, which includes a two-day consultative workshop with the relevant stakeholders. This workshop is a part of preparation for establishment of Climate Change and Environmental Law Centre of Excellence, development of Climate Change and Environmental Clinics, and Graduate Programs on Climate […]

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JSW Law launched the JSW Law Research Center and three publications

Coinciding with the 115th National Day, and to join the Nation in celebrating this important day, JSW Law launched the JSW Law Research Center and three publications–the First Volume of the JSW [Law] Review, the Handbook on Clinics, and the National Assessment Report on Access to Justice for Persons with Disabilities. The JSW [Law] Review […]

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Vacancy Announcement (Senior Human Resource Officer)

We are pleased to announce a vacancy for the position of Senior Human Resource Officer. Please click here to download the Terms of Reference. Interested Bhutanese nationals fulfilling the criteria may kindly submit applications along with the following documents via email at hr@jswlaw.bt. The application deadline is December 20, 2022. A completed Application for Staff […]

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First Graduation Ceremony

His Majesty The King graced the Graduation Ceremony for the very first class of law students, 13 women and 12 men from Bhutan’s first and only law school, the Jigme Singye Wangchuck (JSW) School of Law at Pangbisa, Paro. Her Royal Highness Princess Sonam Dechan Wangchuck, President of JSW Law, the Prime Minister, members of […]

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Third Conference on GNH and Law from 11-12 November 2022

Coinciding with the Birth Anniversary of His Majesty the Great Fourth Jigme Singye Wangchuck, the Constitution and the GNH Day, JSW Law will be hosting the Third Conference on GNH and Law from 11-12 November 2022. The third research conference is aimed at exploring the relationship between happiness and climate change law and policy within […]

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Editorial Skills Development Workshop

Editing is an art requiring a special set of skills and is even called a gatekeeper different from being a writer. The JSW Law Research Center organized its first-ever Editorial Skills Development Workshop today. During the day-long workshop, the participants learnt about editing from the perspective of the writer and different roles of editors as […]

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Third Faculty Forum: Law and Religion

The JSW Law Research Center organized the Third Faculty Forum this afternoon. Professor Jay D. Wexler, visiting scholar to the JSW Law Research Center presented his paper titled: “On the Road to Christian Nationalism: Religion and the Current United States Supreme Court”. His presentation focused on interpreting the concept of separation of Church-State in the […]

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Staff Promotion

Coinciding with a good zakar, 9th August 2022, Dean Sangay Dorjee awarded the Promotion and Appointment Orders and Tashi Delek khadar to the employees newly appointed and promoted to next higher positions, effective from 1st July 2022. In addition to the regular promotion, Dean also offered Tashi Khadar to: – Ms. Dema Lham, Assistant Professor […]

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JSW Law formally welcomed its newest students

JSW Law formally welcomed its newest students this morning at the campus in Pangbisa, Paro. Dean Sangay Dorjee congratulated the Class of 2027 on being the newest members of JSW Law family. The Class of 2027 consists of 17 students : 13 women and 4 men.  With the incoming class, the student body now totals […]

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Session on Sustainable Public Procurement (SPP)

Sonam Tshering, Senior Lecturer, led a session on Sustainable Public Procurement (SPP) with other experts from Europe and Asia. His session focused on Bhutan’s experiences in public procurement and sustainability. He explained the foundations of sustainability in Bhutan from the constitutional mandate to public policies including Green Public Procurement to various public procurement rules and […]

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Training on Public Procurement for Public Procurement Officers

JSW Law organized the first-ever Training on Public Procurement for Public Procurement Officers. The two-day training was organized to familiarize Public Contracts in Bhutan and beyond with negotiations, contract management, liabilities, and dispute resolution mechanisms, as well as to explore the development of short-term and long term training on public contracts in future and contribute to […]

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The Student Body elected its first Student Executive Council (SEC)

Guided by the preamble of the newly amended Student Constitution of the JSW School of Law, the Student Body elected its first Student Executive Council (SEC) on 29 April 2022. The Council is composed of five elected members through the general will of the students and shall be the apex organ of the student parliament. […]

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National Conference on Public Contracts

The three-day first-ever National Conference on Public Contracts organized by JSW Law in commemoration of the 42nd Birth Anniversary of His Majesty The King concluded this afternoon with the award of certificates to the Keynote Speakers, participants and student volunteers. The conference featured twelve sessions of which ten were technical. The participants comprising academic scholars, […]

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