World Justice Project

In Mexico, only 10% of crimes are believed to be reported, and impunity is widespread. Every year, delivers in-depth analysis of the country’s justice system, pinpointing both shortcomings and opportunities for improvement. Discover more about this finalist:

Hallazgos: Analysis and civic engagement as a catalyst for improving justice Hallazgos: Analysis and civic engagement as a catalyst for improving justice

has been instrumental in protecting Brazil's electoral process during the 2022 elections. Their impactful initiatives, such as the Civic Vigil and Respect the Result campaign, along with successfully advocating for a ban on weapons transportation on election days, have significantly contributed to defending democracy. Learn more about their work:

Protect Democracy: Safeguarding integrity and rule of law in Brazil's 2022 election Protect Democracy: Safeguarding integrity and rule of law in Brazil's 2022 election

Foro de Periodismo Argentino is committed to safeguarding local journalism in Argentina. Their Local News Deserts project maps the loss of local media sources, highlights areas in need, and partners with over 600 journalists to address these gaps. Read more about their impactful work at

Local News Deserts: Mapping the loss of local media sources Local News Deserts: Mapping the loss of local media sources

In Kenya, Ushahidi 's election monitoring platform has been instrumental in combating violence, safeguarding lives, and protecting property. During the 2022 General Elections, their Uchaguzi project empowered citizens to report real-time issues, mobilized volunteers, and addressed inclusivity challenges, restoring trust in the electoral process.

2024 marks a globally significant year for elections, Ushahidi is expanding its efforts beyond Kenya. Learn more about finalist and their impactful work at

Uchaguzi: Harnessing citizen power for peaceful and fair elections in Kenya Uchaguzi: Harnessing citizen power for peaceful and fair elections in Kenya

When the Sunflower Movement was launched in 2014 it ignited a wave of young activists demanding urgent action on climate change, but also a violent crackdown by authorities. 民間司法改革基金會 Judicial Reform Foundation has been instrumental in supporting such movements in Taiwan. They offer a 24-hour legal hotline, station pro bono lawyers at protest sites, and deploy volunteer observers to monitor interactions with police and prevent excessive force. Today, this continues to advocate for the right to peacefully protest. Learn more about their impact: https://buff.ly/3WbV9PI

Meet 4-H Zimbabwe Foundation! Their peacebuilding work engages youth in dialogue to advance development and combat hate speech. Their project facilitated unprecedented cooperation among 11 political parties. Read more about this finalist: https://bit.ly/4dK2UTP

Voters should choose their representatives, not the other way around. In the United States, finalist Cause works to end gerrymandering and to promote the transparent, nonpartisan drawing of voting districts. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3QXlbDj

When judges come under attack by their country’s ruling party, who will defend them? In Poland, Wolne sądy has represented hundreds of judges pro bono to defend judicial independence and the rule of law. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3WQTVKv

“I believe that hope, with all of the force and power it brings, is the key to change.”

Congratulations to our Honorary Chair Mary Robinson of The Elders for receiving the Tang Prize in Rule of Law! Your lifelong devotion to advancing justice and human rights continues to inspire.

Listen to Robinson’s remarks at the 2022 World Justice Forum: https://bit.ly/45AAyaN

Transparencia Venezuela’s fact-checking initiative EsPaja has shifted the political discourse in Venezuela by exposing disinformation on major issues like COVID-19 and the war in Ukraine, and by pressuring politicians to stop spreading misinformation. Their media literacy and fact-checking training has reached over 3,500 people and they’re not stopping there. Read more about this finalist: https://bit.ly/4bNqNrB

In Nepal, Youth in Federal Discourse recognizes youth as future change-makers in the country’s social and political landscape. Through workshops, model parliaments, and law-making sessions led by experienced lawmakers, participants gain a deep understanding of democratic processes and parliamentary responsibilities.
Learn more about this finalist: https://bit.ly/4aBJai5

Lawful transition of power is a critical dimension of the rule of law.
With elections in more than 50 countries this year, people worldwide are making their voices heard.

Explore more data in the WJP : https://bit.ly/3VjioHE

In the United States, an estimated 34.5 million people are not eligible to vote because they lack a current government ID. That includes over one-quarter of Black and Hispanic voters, 40% of younger voters, and many recently married women and transgender voters. Learn how finalist VoteRiders works to support every eligible U.S. voter to cast a ballot despite the mounting barriers presented by voter ID laws: https://bit.ly/3yne9kD

How can bar leaders address challenges to the rule of law head on? Hear from our Executive Director Elizabeth Andersen alongside fellow champions at the upcoming NCBP National Conference of Bar Presidents online event! Register here: https://bit.ly/abancbp

Voter turnout in Slovenia had hovered around 50% for years. But in 2022 it soared to an unprecedented 71% thanks to the work of organizations including finalist Slovenska filantropija. By collecting concrete commitments from political candidates and holding them accountable after elections, this organization is fighting voter apathy—and winning. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3yxVpPB

It’s amazing what 300 young jurists can achieve together. In Romania, the Leaders for Justice project trains the next generation of legal minds to promote rule of law principles, improve the justice system, and play an active role in society. Learn more about this long-running project from finalist Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Rule of Law Programme for South East Europe: https://bit.ly/3K9pN5k

Introducing IssueVoter, one of our finalists! Few Americans can keep up with the thousands of pages of proposed legislation introduced to Congress each session. IssueVoter’s online platform summarizes bills in nonpartisan, jargon-free language and provides personalized representative scorecards for U.S. voters. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3yD0yWs

We are excited to present the 6th edition of the WJP Mexico States Rule of Law Index! While the 2023-2024 data shows that persistent rule of law challenges continue, there are areas of success across the country as well. Explore our latest insights: https://bit.ly/mx2324

Meet Cyrus R. Vance Center for International Justice. This organization rallies the entire legal community to respond to threats against judges in . Learn how this finalist works to thwart corruption and defend an independent judiciary: https://bit.ly/4aw10TC

Today’s bar leaders face singular challenges to the rule of law and American democracy. What can bars do?

Join us for our next 21st Century Lawyer program, Ideas to Action: How Your Bar Can Promote the Rule of Law Right Now, to hear from experienced leaders from lawyer-led groups focused on democracy who are in the trenches and do this work every day, testing ideas and learning what works and what doesn’t.

Elizabeth Andersen, executive director of the World Justice Project; Lauren Stiller Rikleen, board member and executive director of Lawyers Defending American Democracy; and Carl Smallwood, executive director of the Divided Community Project at The Ohio State University, will offer a range of possible programs and actions that bar leaders can take.

Whether you are interested in convening and educating lawyers and the public, or speaking out, or mobilizing lawyers to accomplish some goal in the judicial or policy arena, this program is for you.

Register for the program on June 20th @ 12pm Central 👉👉 https://loom.ly/9jHyBW0

Introducing Meydan TV, one of our finalists and Azerbaijan's leading independent media outlet. In a country where state-controlled media dominates, this digital news platform prioritizes the public interest, covering often neglected subjects from corruption to public safety to LGBTQ+ issues. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3wAGjIF

The EU remains a world leader in upholding the rule of law, but the region still faces the challenges threatening democracy and rule of law globally.

WJP has joined more than 350 leaders calling for the next EU leadership to better uphold democracy and the rule of law.

Read and sign the open letter: https://bit.ly/3VnS2Uw

In the runup to the 2023 election in Guatemala, only 16% of citizens said they trusted the election tribunal. In response, Guatemala Visible galvanized a multidisciplinary network to monitor election integrity and build a culture of transparency and accountability. 8,000 election observers participated and hundreds of citizens made reports and complaints through the Guatemala Visible platform. Learn more about this finalist: https://bit.ly/44LQ3Mz

Accountability is a universal principle of the rule of law. But last time we asked, only 24% of Americans said they believe a high-ranking government official would be held accountable for breaking the law.

Will the Donald Trump's conviction this week change that? Will his scatching attacks on the justice system impact public trust? We will ask Americans for their views again this summer because confidence in institutions is critical to effective rule of law.

Find our last U.S. report here: https://bit.ly/4bGqMpV

In Ukraine, UNDP’s Dialogues of Victory project is helping young people shape and pursue their visions of recovery from war. Learn more this finalist https://bit.ly/3Kem6eS

Meet Fair and Just Prosecution! This finalist works with their network of nearly 70 reform-minded prosecutors to promote election integrity and combat threats to American democracy: https://bit.ly/3QVfghP

Introducing YUCOM Komitet pravnika za ljudska prava/Lawyers' Committee for Human Rights! This Serbian organization has hosted over 100 “Open Court Days” to give citizens and judicial officials the chance to discuss community problems and build trust. Learn more about this finalist: https://bit.ly/3QTsLP2