Dilnoza’s first participation was in 2018. She and her team were the first generation of the Jessup Competitors of the Tashkent State University of Law, who competed in the National Rounds for the first time since 2006. They were ranked third both in 2018th and 2019th National Rounds. The team of Tashkent State University of Law was invited to the International Rounds as an Exhibition Team in 2019, where in addition to competing, Dilnoza served as a bailiff for a number of rounds.
Why Jessup?
Jessup – it is a bridge to becoming a successful lawyer. As we develop and practice the most necessary skills for a lawyer in a short period of time for participating in a competition. When I watched “ALL RISE” for the first time, it inspired and motivated me so much that I decided that I was ready to participate and want to feel this wave of Jessup.
How has Jessup experience changed you?
First time participation in Jessup considerably changed my view on the application, the interpretation of the law, and most importantly it influenced my future career. Every year after participation, you surely may say that you will not participate, the new season and you are in the team again. It becomes like a drug desire to participate every year and go through all those sleepless nights and endless research. One thing that I can say surely during and after participation is I was born to become a lawyer in international law.
What was the most memorable moment of your participation in the Jessup?
Family. Jessup united like-minded people and we became a family with the team. And it gives an understanding that together we are power. Moreover, it was the beginning for acquaintance with many highly qualified specialists in international law, and the desire to develop themselves in international law becomes part of themselves.
What advice would you give to the future generations of Jessup participants?
First of all, I think, each student should take part in this competition at least once, as this competition gives an opportunity to train many essential skills. Such as research skills, advocacy skills, drafting skills, critical thinking. These are one of the essential criteria for future lawyers. You have to go beyond your limits if you want to succeed in Jessup. Spend as much time as possible doing research, discuss with the team and coach your research and put all your efforts to write super cool memorial and practice your oral speech as much as you can.