The WJP is an independent, multidisciplinary organization working to advance the rule of law worldwide.
We engage advocates from across the globe and from multiple work disciplines to advance the rule of law.
Human rights form the backbone of a just society, and their protection enables individuals and collectives to pursue their desired ends. Yet human rights are too frequently disregarded or revoked when politically expedient or viewed as obstacles to political, environmental, and economic objectives. A just rule of law protects and enforces fundamental rights--the right to life and security of person; freedom of thought, religion, and expression; freedom of assembly and association; fundamental labor rights; the right to privacy; equal protection of the law; and due process of law.
CIAA is a distinctive anti-corruption agency in South Asia simultaneously performing the roles of investigator, prosecutor as well as ombudsman--even if Nepal does not have an ombudsman per se. CIAA hears citizens' complaints and documents abuse of authority also.
Works to promote and expand the rights of migrants, and to investigate sex trafficking cases of migrants, while pushing for anti trafficking policy at the national level.
SPO's mission is to strengthen and support community organizations and public interest institutions for achieving and protecting basic human rights, with a particular focus on women, girls, youth, children and minorities.
Marginalized groups in Malawi face significant obstacles in accessing the formal justice system, particularly because of congested courts and a lack of pro-bono lawyers. This program addressed these ...
To help indigenous communities in Banemo, Lelillef Sawai, and Togutil Dodaga understand and enforce their customary land rights, AMAN is training local paralegals.
Indonesia recently reinstated women’s equal property and inheritance rights that were denied during Dutch rule, though most citizens are unaware that the laws have changed. This program is raising ...
