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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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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.

The Mahatma Gandhi Human Rights Organization

Mahatma Gandhi Emberi Jogi Egyesület

It works to eradicate discrimination and human rights abuses, and to promote tolerance, uphold human dignity, and the rights of all people. Their activities include legal counseling, visits to prisons and refugee camps, training programs, and cultural activities.

www.gandhi.hu

Asia Pacific Forum on Women, Law and Development - APWLD

APWLD was launched in 1986 by a group of women lawyers and activists in the region and is composed of over 200 NGO's, civil society organisations, and networks including feminist/women's rights organisations as well as individual members from Asia and the Pacific. APWLD works to promote women's human rights and use the law as an instrument of social transformation for equality, justice, peace, and development.

www.apwld.org

Guerreiras Project

Guerreiras Project

Works with athletes, artists, academics and activists to address different types of discrimination and work towards more social justice, representation and rights for marginalized persons through trainings, workshops and advocacy.
WJP Program Grantee Title: Ganhando Terreno (2014-2015)

www.guerreirasproject.org/

Pasali Philippines Foundation

In a former conflict ridden area of Palimbang, Pasali contributes to peace by allowing its interventions to touch on issues on discrimination, land ownership, debt, and lack of economic resources.

www.pasaliphilippines.org/

Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS)

Works in the field of land and agricultural rights, developing policy and influencing public debate, along with providing research into the conditions of land renters and farmers.

www.plaas.org.za/

Comptroller General of the Republic Peru

Contraloría General de la República

The Comptroller is the supreme independent authority in terms of monitoring the proper use and allocation of government resources, and supervising management of government competencies. It investigates cases of corruption and mismanagement of resources, along with setting standards.

www.contraloria.gob.pe/wps/portal/portalcgrnew/siteweb/inicio/
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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

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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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