Leading Organizations

It provides legal assistance to unions in cases of collective bargaining and disputes, as well as training and education on democratic issues. It advocates for the elimination of child labor and for improvements in working conditions.

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

Works to defend the rights of women in society and the workplace, and training. Set up a feminet platform for women to exchange ideas and seek help.

Protects consumers against abusive laws and practices by government and business on personal data, through advocacy and monitoring.

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.

It empowers leaders and community actors through institutional engagement, innovative approaches, and creative learning models. Their Center for Natural Capital Governance and Social Accountability supports institutions, governance, social accountability, and fosters freedom of information.

It is an initiative that promotes democratic principles, the rule of law, and respect for human rights in criminal law and the administration of criminal justice. Its mission is to improve the quality of justice through reforms of criminal law, policy, and practice.

Works to expand education about the rule of law by disseminating its principles and tenets in order to change the understanding of the rule of law and provide capacity for adults and, especially, young people to explore its usefulness as a foundation of society.

2019 World Justice Challenge Applicant - Project Title: Overcoming the Challenges of Access to Justice
Founded in 1993, it is dedicated to the defense of ecosystems in terms of human rights, and for the promotion of environmentally responsible practices in Nigeria. It is the local chapter of Friends of the Earth International and the coordinator in Africa for Oilwatch International.

It aims to identify and support innovations that have the potential to create social impact in education, health, water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) across Tanzania with a focus on market driven solutions.

Non-profit, non-governmental organization based in Hanoi, Vietnam with a strong focus on developing the capacity of young people to effect change in society through community projects to improve the livelihood, education and wellbeing of the Vietnamese people.

Works to involve youth in policy development on conflict resolution, peace processes and development, in monitoring policy and creating active participation.

Think tank working with business, political and civil society organizations in order to regulate and open up the space for the energy sector in Ukraine.

It represents different sectors of Coastal Muslim communities in Kenya. Their work is focused on the following areas: peace and security development, social accountability, access to justice, and land and advocacy. They also promote the health rights of drug users, especially related to HIV infection.

Works to build electoral integrity in Uganda through research, monitoring, and advocacy for transparency and accountability in campaign financing

Child Rights Movement is a network of civil society organizations and NGOs working to promote child rights through advocacy, monitoring of government acitivities, provision of recommendations, and raising awareness.

FPE was created by and for the Philippine NGOs and peoples' organizations. FPE envisions itself as a dynamic, relevant, proactive and growing organization enabling civil society and other stakeholders towards effective biodiversity conservation and sustainable development.

CPAU is a research and peace-building organization. It has been working to support peacebuilding efforts through education, working with local informal justice platforms, advocacy, civic engagement, and women empowerment.

Works to develop a transformative program for inmate to reintegrate into society and reduce recidivism, through skills training and its Prison Diaries program.

It seeks to provide access to quality education and health services in the Sub-Saharan region, working in partnership with community-based organizations.

Works to influence the public policy debate on key issues regarding civil rights, and push for modernising reforms through legislative advocacy.

The IDRC funds research in developing countries to promote growth, reduce poverty, and drive large-scale positive change.

Works to produce reports on new modes of social engagement and does capacity building with business, government, NGOs and citizens.

The India Vision Foundation works to bring about police reforms and prison reforms and worked in various Indian states. It also aims to better the life of children who grow up in prisons.