Leading Organizations

It works to contribute to the development of the administration of the criminal justice system in Nigeria. Their programs aim to educate prison authorities on prisoners’ rights, create liaison with the government and other authorities, and to ensure proper accountability and improvement in the welfare of prisoners conditions.

It promotes the efficient administration of justice, contributing to the development of jurisprudence, the respect for human rights, and the rule of law. It advances legal education and provides free legal aid to those who are economically and socially underprivileged.

It conducts research and development activities under five thematic areas namely: forest productivity and improvement; biodiversity and environmental management; forest products development; social-economics, policy and governance, and technical support services.

Founded in 1993, it aims to improve the environment of Tanzania through the design and implementation of environmentally oriented projects, and through strengthening local capacity in human resource development. It is based in Dar es Salaam and operates throughout the country.

Empowers citizens to fight corruption through raising awareness and encourgaing citizens to demand accountability

Works to provide legal and social support to the disenfranchised, through litigation, legal clinics, human rights monitoring, accountability and transparency of government mechanisms, campaigns and advocacy.

Works to assist prisoners on death row with financial and legal aid, to raise awareness of the disproportionate sentences imposed in Jamaica, and about widespread violence.

Officially registered in 2015 and based in London, it works to advance and advocate for the human rights of minorities, as well as religious freedom in Burma.

It provides medical, psychosocial, and legal services, for survivors of GBV in Freetown, Kenema, and Kono. It offers a space where survivors of SGBV can access clinical care, counselling, and referrals to key service providers.

Research centre for public policy emphasising transparency and the rule of law.

Defends whisteblowers against litigation, exposes wrongdoing and advocates for government accountability to the wider public.

The Centre for Criminology was founded at the University of Hong Kong to develop criminological research, education, and criminal justice policy, as well as enhance the effectiveness of law enforcement, promote crime prevention, and the treatment of offenders.

The project aims to strengthen the rule of law by supporting, firstly, the ‘administration of justice sector’ with the Supreme Court playing a lead role through JSCC Secretariat and its network.

The Unit focuses mainly on the protection of children under especially difficult circumstances. It provides legal aid to juveniles, training to prison staff. They also fight against child bonded labor. It has been advocating for legal reform.

The National Citizens' Movement for Free Elections or NAMFREL is an election watchdog in the Philippines. It was the first and one of the most famous election watch campaign.

Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), was established in 1936 by Sir Dorabji Tata with the prime purpose of encouraging learning and research in the country, of meeting costs of relief during crises and calamities and of carrying out worthwhile charitable activities.

The Professional Standards Division works to investigate and sanction professional misconduct by police officers.

The Centre for Budget and Governance Accountability is a non-profit organization enhancing transparency and accountability in governance through rigorous analysis of policies and budgets, and fostering people's participation in public policy processes by demystifying them.

Nonprofit body which discusses the importance of the rule of law by engaging with the community and government, distributing reports, and hosting events.

Promotes women's rights, access to justice, and a transparent and accountable democratic government

The Civil Society and Human Rights Network (CSHRN) was founded in 2004 by 25 Afghan organizations and aims to enhance respect for human rights in Afghanistan through the establishment of a strong human rights movement.

Seeks a multisectorial approach to civil society work in order to foster participation, and launched the red card anti corruption campaign.

Works to promote the place of women in scientific studies and jobs, and create a network of women already working in SMIT professions.

It aims to transform the public sector in Africa, confronting inefficiency, excessive bureaucracy, and corruption. It also promotes the engagement between the government, academic institutions, and the private sector.

Works to offer pro bono legal assistance to vulnerable persons and to assist in any administrative procedures with the help of law students