STRETCH 2024 AWARDS

Afua Akom

Expertise Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within the legal industry
Current position & company Legal Counsel at Dentons
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Key contributions
  • Organised and spoke at events, such as ‘Breaking the Silence: Baby Loss and Disparities Experienced by Black Women’, raising awareness of racial disparities in maternal healthcare.
  • Spearheaded student outreach programs to support Black students entering the legal profession, inspiring young professionals to pursue careers in professional services.
  • Played a key role in shaping DEI strategies at Dentons through courageous conversations with senior leadership, advocating for faster progress and more inclusive work environments.

Afua Akom is a Legal Counsel at Dentons, the world’s largest global law firm, where she works within the Office of the General Counsel. In addition to her legal role, Afua serves as the Co-Chair of the Outreach Committee for Dentons’ Black Professionals Network. She is a dedicated advocate for creating pathways to empower, develop, and advance Black talent within the legal profession.