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The WJP is an independent, multidisciplinary organization working to advance the rule of law worldwide.

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We engage advocates from across the globe and from multiple work disciplines to advance the rule of law.

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Leading Organizations

Search our directory of leading organizations advancing the rule of law worldwide. New content will be added on a rolling basis. Interested in learning more? Read about our Resource Hub listings here.

Commission for the Dissapeared and Victims of Violence (KontraS)

Komisi Untuk Orang Hilang dan Korban Tindak Kekerasan (KontraS)

Aims to defend the rights of victims of abuse through restorative mechanisms and protect people from institutional and social violence.

www.kontras.org/

Justice for Peace Foundation

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Justice for Peace Foundation is a network of human rights and peace activists that protects human rights, promotes access to justice, and aims to end impunity through non-violent efforts. It monitors and advocates for human rights, while encouraging grassroots activism and support of victims of human rights violations in their fight for justice.

www.justiceforpeace.org

Uganda Human Rights Commission

A permanent government body incorporated to monitor and protect human rights

www.uhrc.ug/

Public Attorney's Office

Works to provide access to counsel and to guarantee the functioning of courts and the criminal justice system.

www.pao.gov.ph/

Sutyajnik

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Works to provide free legal assistance to persons in civil and criminal procedures through a hotline or in person, and to work to defend the human rights of all persons in Russia.

www.sutyajnik.ru/index.html

HAKAM National Human Rights Society

Their mission is to preserve and defend human rights and fundamental freedoms by holding the government accountable and denouncing repressive laws. It advocates for the repeal of the death penalty and to increase accountability of police departments.

www.hakam.org.my
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Rule of Law Programs

The WJP inspires and fosters practical, locally-led programs that advance the rule of law. The featured programs below come from our searchable program library.

DemocracyOS

SASANE Paralegal Training Program

Vanuatu Chief's Legal Education Pilot Program

Fair Trial Rights Videos

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Factor 9: Informal Justice

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