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Community & pro bono

Widening access to justice, finance, education and a healthy environment

Our global community and pro bono strategy supports our contribution to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Guided by our theory of change and SDG 17 – Partnership for the Goals – we build long-term partnerships with leading NGOs and civil society organisations to maximise our impact.

We harness the skills and expertise of our people, often alongside grant funding from the Clifford Chance Foundation, to deliver sustainable contributions in the communities where we work. We increasingly collaborate with our clients on pro bono projects.

Responsible Business Report 2025

During the financial year ended 30 April 2025 (FY25) we focused on strengthening our capabilities to remain adaptable and resilient – guided by the needs of our clients, our people and the long-term sustainability of our firm. 

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100%

reported skills enhancement as a benefit of doing pro bono work in a survey of our lawyer volunteers

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109,922

people directly helped by the NGOs we work with, as a result of our support

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Case studies

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Rwanda

As Rwanda marked 30 years since the genocide on 7 April 2024, one aim of our Cornerstone initiative – leave a legacy – is being realised by a project providing psychological and employability support to survivors and their children.

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My Sisters' Place

We are committed to inclusion, and support My Sisters' Place, a non-profit in White Plains, New York State that works to end domestic violence and human trafficking.

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Client and NGO collaboration drive enduring impact

Over the year ended 30 April 2024, we undertook 73 collaborations alongside 27 different clients, delivering meaningful change where it is needed most. Three initiatives from Spain, Germany and Hong Kong exemplify these collaborations in action.

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Our insights

The latest points of view from our people on our responsible business activities

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