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Programmes

The work that turns ambition into outcomes.

From coalitions to field-level capacity building, our programmes translate people-centered justice from a principle into practice.

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African Alliance for People-Centered Justice

West Africa Lead

A high-ambition coalition of governmental, non-governmental and intergovernmental organisations committed to advancing people-centered justice across Africa — closing the justice gap and ensuring equal access through inclusive, transparent and effective systems.

SDG 16
Peace & Justice
Agenda 2063
Goal 11
Africa-wide
Coalition
Focus areas & programmes

Four focus areas, one mission.

Our programmes are organised around four interlocking focus areas that translate people-centred justice from principle into practice.

01 · People-Centred Justice, Governance & Policy Influence

Sustaining Democracy through People-Centred Development. Advancing democratic governance that delivers tangible development outcomes for citizens.

Tackling Inter-Ethnic Conflict in Southern Kaduna. Field research and community dialogue to surface root causes and pathways to durable peace.

Empirical Research on the Perception of Capital Punishment. A survey-based study of public attitudes and their implications for sentencing reform.

Building a Culture of Pro Bono Assistance in Nigeria. A national study of pro bono practice, incentives and institutional barriers across law firms.

02 · Digital Justice Innovation

The National Pro Bono Clearinghouse Platform (probono.ng). A digital platform connecting vulnerable citizens with volunteer lawyers and coordinating free legal services.

Protecting Children’s Rights in the Digital Age. Advancing child digital rights and safeguarding for children online.

03 · Gender Justice, Human Rights & Protection Mainstreaming

Strengthening the Nigeria Police Force & FCT SGBV Response Team. Building the capacity of the NPF and the FCT Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Response Team to respond effectively to violence against women and girls.

04 · Youth-Led Civic Engagement & Digital Rights

Protecting Children’s Rights in the Digital Age. Empowering children and young people to exercise their rights safely in digital spaces.

Countering Polarisation and Strengthening Social Cohesion (The Active Citizens Initiative). Research, dialogue and youth engagement to counter polarisation and build civic trust.