Giulia Bartoletti<\/strong>, Legal Publications Officer at Jus Mundi<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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On 17 November 2025, Paris Arbitration Week<\/a> (\u201cPAW<\/strong>\u201d) marked its 10th anniversary with a launch event hosted by Linklaters in Paris, unveiling a new identity, expanded initiatives, and a fellowship program designed to shape the next decade of international arbitration. What started as an ambitious gathering of practitioners ten years ago has grown into a worldwide institution with its own emblem, ecosystem, and educational purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The evening opened with remarks by Catherine Schroeder<\/strong><\/a>, Independent Arbitrator, Founding Partner of Schroeder Arbitration<\/strong><\/a> and Co-President of the PAW Organising Committee<\/strong><\/a>, who welcomed the community and set the tone for the 10th-anniversary launch. She then handed the floor to Alexandre Vaghenheim<\/strong><\/a>, VP of Global Legal Data at Jus Mundi<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>and Vice-President of the PAW Organising Committee<\/strong>, who presented the new identity and digital universe. Diamana Diawara,<\/strong><\/a> Director for Dispute Resolution Services in Africa at International Chamber of Commerce<\/strong><\/a> (ICC)<\/strong> and Co-President of the PAW Organising Committee,<\/strong> later outlined key reforms to partnerships and guiding principles, unveiled the PAW Fellowship, and acknowledged the founders and board members who shaped the institution over the past decade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Together, their messages converged on a central theme: PAW is stepping confidently into its next era\u2014more open, more interconnected, and more globally inclusive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The centerpiece of the launch was PAW\u2019s new visual identity, symbolizing its transition from a yearly event to a recognized institutional actor in the arbitration world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Alexandre explained that the rebrand was not merely cosmetic but conceptual. \u201cPAW today is a global institution,\u201d he noted, highlighting how the community\u2019s growth demanded an identity that reflects its value, permanence, and international reach.<\/p>\n\n\n The foundation of this new identity is an emblem that reimagines the traditional logo. Its geometric design draws inspiration from the iconic lattice structure of the Eiffel Tower, capturing the sense of interconnection and structural strength that has defined PAW\u2019s trajectory. Its outer corners represent PAW\u2019s foundational pillars: learning, sharing, celebrating, and togetherness<\/strong>. Its inner corners reflect the core themes that guide PAW\u2019s programming and values: rule of law, innovation, diversity, and sustainability<\/strong>. At its centre sits a unifying square, symbolising PAW as a meeting point that connects the global arbitration community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThis emblem is not just a design; it tells our story and the story of the community that built PAW over the last decade.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n The visual identity, he emphasized, is intended to resonate \u201cimmediately and internationally,\u201d signaling PAW\u2019s position in the global arbitration ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This emblem now connects a broader, restructured \u201cPAW Universe\u201d comprising partners, media initiatives, knowledge resources, networking platforms, and the new mobile PAW Pass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Alongside its new identity, PAW revealed a completely redesigned website<\/a>. The new platform has been rebuilt from the ground up to enhance accessibility and event management for both partners and participants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Key features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n These innovations reflect PAW\u2019s commitment to continuous improvement: every major feature added in this redesign emerged from user feedback gathered over the past editions. The result is a modernized platform capable of supporting PAW\u2019s programming and community growth in the years ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With its new emblem and website, PAW has formalized a broader ecosystem\u2014one that transcends the annual week of events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Created to centralize and curate knowledge sharing, the library will continue to expand through collaboration with institutional and academic partners. It aims to become a permanent reference point for arbitration resources and thought leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Introduced in recent years, this tool enables participants to identify who is attending which events during PAW. It has become a valuable connector, facilitating meaningful meetings that extend beyond formal panels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n PAW\u2019s media initiatives\u2014including PAW On Air\u2014now fall under a unified Press section. This pillar is expected to grow alongside PAW\u2019s communication strategies, amplifying the reach and visibility of arbitration-related content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A new mobile application designed to streamline participation across the week. PAW Pass enables instant event registration and facilitates smoother on-site access, making attendance easier and more seamless for the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Together, these programs reinforce PAW\u2019s ambition to operate not only as a week-focused platform but as a year-round institution dedicated to education, community-building, and access to knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n Diamana then introduced another major announcement concerning PAW\u2019s expanded partnership model. Recognizing the diversity of organizations involved in arbitration, PAW introduced a new partnership tier designed for smaller firms and boutique practices. This initiative aims to make participation more accessible while preserving PAW\u2019s principle of equal treatment for its partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As part of this structural evolution, PAW also reaffirmed its ten guiding principles, including innovation, sustainability, and the rule of law. One principle was highlighted with particular insistence: diversity and inclusion<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Quoting Yasmin Mohammad<\/strong>, Alexandre reaffirmed the organization\u2019s long-standing stance: \u201cWe will continue to talk about diversity until it is no longer an issue.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n He echoed this commitment, emphasizing that diversity is not only a value but an operational priority. \u201cWe see PAW as a mirror of the community it represents,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With this renewed focus, PAW\u2019s rebrand becomes a tool not only for identity but for governance and accountability in shaping a more inclusive arbitration ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Building on this commitment to broader representation, Diawara concluded the evening with the announcement of the PAW Fellowship<\/a>. This program aims to foster arbitration talent worldwide, especially in regions with limited access to arbitration resources and professional opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Fellowship\u2019s goal is to identify promising practitioners, provide them with structured educational programming, and invite them to Paris during PAW to experience the full breadth of its events, community, and networking opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fellows will participate in a curated series of lectures and seminars focusing on international arbitration. During PAW, they will engage with panels, workshops, and institutional events, exposing them to the diversity and quality of programming from PAW\u2019s partner organizations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Fellowship includes a mentoring component led by partner firms, coordinated by Athina Fouchard<\/strong><\/a>. The program guarantees that fellows continue to receive meaningful guidance, feedback, and professional support even after PAW concludes.<\/p>\n\n\n\nA New Identity for a New Decade<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The PAW Fellowship: A Flagship Program for Global Talent<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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