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Organization Name Organization Name (Local Language) Country Factors Organization Description
Jalisco How Are We? Jalisco Como Vamos Mexico
Factor 3: Open Government
Factor 6: Regulatory Enforcement

Citizen group that has developed a range of indicators about quality of life in Jalisco.

Jamaica Civil Society Coalition Jamaica
Factor 1: Constraints on Government Powers
Factor 2: Absence of Corruption
Factor 7: Civil Justice

Works to hold the government accountable on issues of governance, transparency and justice through its network of civil society, community and faith based organizations.

Jamaica Youth Advocacy Network Jamaica
Factor 3: Open Government

Works to promote youth in leadership positions and train youth in decision making and awareness raising.

Jamaicans for Justice Jamaica
Factor 1: Constraints on Government Powers

Works to defend the rights of people abused by security forces, provide them with judicial assistance and promote good governance in Jamaica.

JamiiForums Tanzania
Factor 3: Open Government

JamiiForums is a Tanzania-based social networking website in East Africa. It is the most popular social media website in Tanzania. The website emphasizes its use of user-generated content to avoid governmental censorship.

Japan Association for Refugees - JAR ?????? Japan
Factor 4: Fundamental Rights
Factor 7: Civil Justice

Founded in 1999, it provides free legal and social assistance, such as pro bono services, to refugees and asylum-seekers in Japan. It also advocates for the rights of refugees and asylum-seekers to government bodies, local authorities, and the media.

Japan Center for a Sustainable Environment and Society (JACSES) ?????????????? Japan
Factor 6: Regulatory Enforcement

The Center is dedicated to achieving sustainable development and social justice by engaging the general public and academic researchers in policy advocacy and awareness-raising initiatives. Their activities are centered on the improvement of the Japanese government's development aid projects, the Green Tax Reform, and climate change.

Japan Democratic Lawyers Association - JDLA ????????? Japan
Factor 1: Constraints on Government Powers
Factor 8: Criminal Justice

Founded in 1961, it is an association that strives for peace and democracy and advocates for human rights in Japan. It is comprised of constitutional lawyers, judges, and legal researchers and practitioners. Their activities include the publication of a monthly magazine and the organization of symposiums and forums, such as the annual judicial system research meeting.

Japan Environmental Education Forum - JEEF ??????????? Japan
Factor 6: Regulatory Enforcement

It aims to achieve a sustainable society through environmental education programs and partnerships with like-minded organizations.

Japan Environmental Lawyers Federation - JELF ????????????? Japan
Factor 6: Regulatory Enforcement

JELF supports environmental conservation initiatives, such as the Isahaya Bay project in the Nagasaki prefecture, and the local resistance to the Henoko base in Okinawa Prefecture, to name a few. They provide legal assistance to residents and vulnerable individuals affected by public or private work projects.

Japan Institute for Labour Policy and Training ??????????? Japan
Factor 4: Fundamental Rights

It contributes to the effective planning and execution of labor policies and the development of the national economy through publishing comprehensive research projects on labor issues and policies. It also provides training programs for administrative officials.

Japan Lawyers Association for Freedom - JLAF ????? Japan
Factor 1: Constraints on Government Powers
Factor 4: Fundamental Rights
Factor 8: Criminal Justice

Founded in 1921, it is a network of lawyer's associations that protects human rights and contributes to the realization of a peaceful and democratic Japan. They address issues such as the integrity of the Constitution, environmental rights, labor rights, and judicial reform.

Japan Legal Support Center - Houterasu ?????????? Japan
Factor 3: Open Government
Factor 7: Civil Justice
Factor 8: Criminal Justice

It is the core body of the Legal Support Act and provides legal assistance to citizens for the achievement of a society where legal information and services are accessible.

Japan National Assembly of Disabled Peoples' International - DPI Japan ???? Japan
Factor 4: Fundamental Rights

It works with various disability organizations, including physical, intellectual, and psychiatric. They gather grassroots voices and convert them into national policies. Their work is focused on areas such as education, advocacy, and employment.

Japan Peace Committee ??????? Japan
Factor 5: Order and Security

It is a grassroots organization whose mission is to contribute to the establishment of peace in Japan and the world. It promotes the self-determination of ethnic groups, the integrity of Article 9 of the Constitution, and the peaceful resolution of international conflicts.

Japan Tropical Forest Action Network - JATAN ??????????? - ???? Japan
Factor 6: Regulatory Enforcement

It is an environmental protection organization that combats tropical forest deforestation. Their aim is to achieve a society that protects the environment and forest biodiversity. It has been a significant promoter of human rights and transparency during the construction of facilities for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

Jean Jaures Foundation Fondation Jean Jaurès France
Factor 3: Open Government

Vows to work with government officials, civil society and citizens to share ideas and develop democracy and political participation.

Jesuit Migrant Service Servicio Jesuita a Migrantes Mexico
Factor 4: Fundamental Rights
Factor 5: Order and Security

Jesuit organization that seeks to give protection to migrants during their crossing through Mexico, through direct intervention and research.

Jesuit Refugees Service Panama Servicio Jesuita para Refugiados Panamá - SJR Panama
Factor 5: Order and Security
Factor 6: Regulatory Enforcement

It serves, accompanies, and defends the human rights of vulnerable refugees by raising awareness and sensitizing key actors about the phenomenon of migration.

Jesuit Service for Migrants Servicio Jesuita a Migrantes Chile
Factor 7: Civil Justice

Provides psychological and legal assistance to migrants, along with working on their social and political integration through guidance and labor programs.

Jesuit Service for Refugees in Venezuela Servicio Jesuita a Refugiados en Venezuela Venezuela
Factor 4: Fundamental Rights
Factor 5: Order and Security

The Jesuit Service for Refugees supports and defends the rights of refugees in Venezuela. Their activities include working in the border region between Venezuela and Colombia, providing safe spaces for refugee women, and developing peacebuilding processes and conflict resolution initiatives in vulnerable communities located in Alto Apure, Táchira, and Zulia.

Jjiguene Senegal
Factor 5: Order and Security
Factor 6: Regulatory Enforcement

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

John Jay College of Criminal Justice United States
Factor 8: Criminal Justice

Educates and researches all topics of criminal justice to create individuals that will uphold and transform the criminal justice system for the better.

Join Up Sumarse Panama
Factor 6: Regulatory Enforcement

It fosters corporate social responsibility and represents the local network of the Global Compact in Panama. It works collaboratively with nearly 250 organizations and enterprises in the country.

Joint Energy and Environment Projects (JEEP) Uganda
Factor 4: Fundamental Rights

Aims to combat environmental degradation and conserve natural resources through training and awareness seminars