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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.

The Halina Nie? Legal Aid Center - HNLAC

Centrum Pomocy Prawnej im. Haliny Nie? - CPPHN

Established in 2002, HNLAC advances human rights by providing free legal aid to individuals at risk of discrimination and social exclusion, such as victims of domestic violence and human trafficking, foreigners, asylum seekers, stateless persons, and refugees. It undertakes legal interventions and advocacy activities, while pursuing research and educational projects.

www.pomocprawna.org

Catholic Relief Services - CRS

CRS was founded in The Gambia in 1964. Their work encompasses urban and rural capacity building, agricultural development, microfinance, health and nutrition, malaria control, adult literacy and numeracy skills programs, and Aids/HIV advisory.

www.crs.org/our-work-overseas/where-we-work/gambia

Migrant Solidarity Group of Hungary - Migszol

It is an informal and independent initiative comprised of Hungarians, immigrants, and refugees advocating for political and social rights for refugees and asylum seekers in Hungary. Their campaigns aim to document, prevent, and raise awareness concerning deportation and detention.

www.migszol.com/blog

Equal Marriage Alliance

It advocates for the legal recognition of same-sex marriage in Japan through the writing of a same-sex marriage bill, and encouraging legislators and political parties to support the initiative.

www.emajapan.org

Family Planning Association of Panama

La Asociación Panameña para la Planificación Familiar - APLAFA

Founded in 1965, it offers healthcare services and education in sexual and reproductive rights. It advocates for changes in legislation to guarantee access to health for all and works in partnership with social actors to develop comprehensive strategies for the prevention of HIV/AIDS.

www.aplafa.org.pa

Freeland

Freeland is dedicated to making the world free of wildlife trafficking and human slavery. Head-quartered in Bangkok, they work throughout Asia and beyond. Freeland's programs include support for law enforcement agencies through training and tip-offs, support to vulnerable communities with the introduction of alternative livelihoods, and public education through mass media campaigns and grassroots outreach.

www.freeland.org
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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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