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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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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.

Center for Defending Freedom of Journalists

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Works to preserve freedom of the press and expression by protecting the freedom and independence of journalists through legal reform, training of legal practitioners, and litigation of violations against the press.

www.cdfj.org/

Human Rights Network - Uganda

A Network of human rights organizations working to advance child rights, women's rights, and civil and poliitcal rights

www.hurinet.or.ug/

Friends of the Earth - FoE Japan

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It is the local chapter of the international organization that has worked in Japan since 1980. It aims to create a peaceful and sustainable society where all life on the planet coexist and live with dignity, through research, networking, and the mobilization of citizens. FoE advocates for improving the funding policies of the Japan Bank of International Cooperation (JBIC) to foster transparency and accountability.

www.foejapan.org/en/

The Myanmar Institute of Directors - MIoD

It is an independent, private sector-led organization that promotes corporate governance standards and best practices in Myanmar. It fosters business ethics and transparency, and facilitates networks between corporate leaders and stakeholders.

www.myanmariod.com

Equal Justice Limited

平義社有限公司

Works for equal access to justice for everyone. Society benefits when every person facing a legal problem gets the support they need. Equal Justice drives positive social change through interconnected cycles of:
Service connecting underserved minorities in need with those who can help. Our legal case workers and collaborative lawyers provide information and support
Research focusing society on the needs we see and the collective impact of helping, while fostering long term support and change for good
Education helping people understand the law and empowering them to help themselves
Equal Justice strives to be open, inclusive, people-centred and transparent. We are non-judgmental. Community and Digital Innovation are the heart and power of Equal Justice.

www.equaljustice.org/

The Institute of Economic Affairs Ghana - IEA

Founded in 1989, it is a public policy institute that promotes good governance, democracy, and a free and fair market economy. It aims to create an environment in which economic, social, political, and legal institutions function openly and freely.

www.ieagh.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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