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.
Regulatory Enforcement (Factor 6 of the WJP Rule of Law Index) measures the extent to which regulations are fairly and effectively implemented and enforced. Regulations, both legal and administrative, structure behaviors within and outside of the government. Strong rule of law requires that these regulations and administrative provisions are enforced effectively (6.1) and are applied and enforced without improper influence by public officials or private interests (6.2). Additionally, strong rule of law requires that administrative proceedings are conducted timely, without unreasonable delays (6.4), that due process is respected in administrative proceedings (6.3), and that there is no expropriation of private property without adequate compensation (6.5).
This factor does not assess which activities a government chooses to regulate, nor does it consider how much regulation of a particular activity is appropriate. Rather, it examines how regulations are implemented and enforced. To facilitate comparisons, this factor considers areas that all countries regulate to one degree or another, such as public health, workplace safety, environmental protection, and commercial activity.
6.1 Government regulations are effectively enforced
6.2 Government regulations are applied and enforced without improper influence
6.3 Administrative proceedings are conducted without unreasonable delay
6.4 Due process is respected in administrative proceedings
6.5 The Government does not expropriate without adequate compensation
Publishes and widely disseminates research and analysis and convenes symposia on issues related to the legal, financial, and administrative aspects of Moroccan governance.
Works to monitor and prosecute cases of institutional violence within the prison system and police, and supports civil society development against government restrictions and the development of the socioeconomic rights of persons.
Founded in 1992 in the United Kingdom, it works in Sierra Leone and Liberia, raising awareness about environmental issues and promoting energy conservation. It is a member organization of the Green Actors of West Africa (GAWA) and The Environmental Forum for Action (ENFORAC).
Founded in 2008, it has a membership of approximately 150 organizations, advocating for quality healthcare in Sierra Leone. Their programs include the Independent Monitoring of the Free Health Care Initiative and the Drug Distribution and Supervising Unit.
It is an academic center that provides advice on the fundamental principles of international law to all branches of government.
Founded in 1996, they work in Bombali District providing health services, education, and strengthening of community development initiatives.
It is a peace building initiative to prevent and mitigate conflicts during elections. It mobilizes women and youth to ensure their active participation in the electoral process. Through observation and the analysis of data and information from the field, it provides early alerts to elections related incidents.
It was founded in 1989 and provided emergency and humanitarian relief during the civil war. Their present initiatives include post war peace building projects, programs for HIV/AIDS prevention, food security, environmental protection, poverty eradication, and gender equality.
It promotes the conservation and management of natural resources for sustainable development through biological research, policy advocacy, educational campaigns, and partnerships with local conservation organizations.
It supports Ebola survivors by building resilient communities and advocating for the improvement of health services. It develops strong partnerships with existing governmental and private public health structures.
It mobilizes communities for improved health and wellness services through community health research, the dissemination of results, and collaborative program design. They work utilizing an interdisciplinary approach that considers the social and economic dimensions of health. Ebola Survivor Corps is their main initiative in Sierra Leone.
Founded in 2013, it provides evidence-based research on government policies and agendas for use in advocacy and governance reforms. Their areas of focus include: economic governance, political governance, and sustainable development.
They strive to achieve legal empowerment of people through a collaborative approach utilizing grassroots advocates. It provides tools for people to understand, use, and shape the law. Therefore, communities are more prepared for the defense of their land rights and are supported by legal representation and assistance.
It is a coalition of civil society organizations that has operated in Sierra Leone since 1997. It monitors electoral processes and disseminates reports with recommendations to strengthen the electoral system.
Founded in 2002, it is a coalition of 28 community based organizations, that promotes human rights in the four regions of the country through policy advocacy and campaigns. Their initiatives are focused on monitoring an effective healthcare delivery service to rural communities.
Founded in 2003, it supports the development of agriculture, education, and healthcare in Sierra Leone. Through life training centers they provide leadership skills for community members.
Founded in 2000, it is an initiative of Search for Common Ground. They promote education in land rights, women's rights, peace, and reconciliation through independent media programs and activities, in partnership with 27 local radio stations.
It provides capacity building for organizations and actors in the land and natural resources sector through interventions, research, and advocacy. Their programs aim to facilitate land governance with a gender perspective.