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About the World Justice Project

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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Resource Hub

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.

Movement Against Light Firearms in West Africa (MALAO)

Mouvement contre les Armes Légères en Afrique de l'Ouest (MALAO)

Works to fight against the proliferation of illegal arms by enforcing the ECOWAS Moratarium on Light Firearms and the UN Arms Trade Treaty.

www.reseau-rafal.org/node/190%20www.malaosenegal.org

HAKI Africa

2019 World Justice Challenge Applicant - Project Title: Access to Justice for Youth in Conflict with the Law
Founded in 2012 and based in Mombasa, it works to foster a progressive realization of human rights. Particularly, the organization seeks the recognition and empowerment of local communities in Kenya, and to achieve their participation in rights and development initiatives.

hakiafrica.or.ke/

Sisma Women Corporation

Corporación Sisma Mujer

A feminist organization established in 1998 that works with victims of gender based violence and discrimination in the private and public spheres. They have adopted a legal approach using an interdisciplinary perspective. They are based in Bogota but also have a delegation in Valencia, Spain.

www.sismamujer.org

Womens' Community

Comunidad Mujer

An independent, inclusive organization that promotes women’s rights and  actively contributes to the generation of public policies for for greater equality and equity in education , labor and politics.

www.comunidadmujer.cl/

Branches of Hope

Founded in 2012 and formerly known as The Vine Community Services Ltd (VCSL), Branches of Hope works to restore dignity, justice, and hope to vulnerable and marginalized persons in Hong Kong. Their initiatives include STOP, that combats human trafficking and provides support for victims and ROAD, that helps refugees regain their dignity and become more autonomous.

www.branchesofhope.org.hk

International Freedom of Expression Exchange (IFEX)

The IFEX network of organizations is connected by a shared commitment to defend and promote freedom of expression as a fundamental human right. IFEX has not only been a real watchdog but also has remained vocal when it comes to press freedom and security of the Nepalese journalists.

www.ifex.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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The rule of law matters to us all. Learn about its relevance to your area of work, study, or interest.

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Factors

Factor 1: Constraints on Government Powers

Factor 2: Absence of Corruption

Factor 3: Open Government

Factor 4: Fundamental Rights

Factor 5: Order and Security

Factor 6: Regulatory Enforcement

Factor 7: Civil Justice

Factor 8: Criminal Justice

Informal Justice

Factor 9: Informal Justice

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