Campaigning for the Protection and Promotion of Human Rights, Democracy, the Rule of Law and International Justice
Latest news
- In Dialogue with Zambia, Experts of the Committee on Enforced Disappearances Commend the State for Abolishing the Death Penalty, Ask About Gaps in Laws on Enforced Disappearance and the Wrongful Removal of Children
- North Korea's unparalleled self-isolation must cease: UN expert
- Global review reveals criminalization of abortion in almost all countries
- In Dialogue with Zambia, Experts of the Committee on Enforced Disappearances Commend the State for Abolishing the Death Penalty, Ask About Gaps in Laws on Enforced Disappearance and the Wrongful Removal of Children
- Iraq: 20 years since the US-led coalition invaded Iraq, impunity reigns supreme
- The Role of NGOs in Supporting the International Court of Justice Case Targeting Israel
- FGM rate in Egypt decreased to 14% among age group between 0 -14 yrs old: NCW president Maya Morsy
- EU imposes fresh sanctions on Iran for women's rights abuses
- Abortion on the ballot? Not if these Republican lawmakers can help it.
- Let Tanzanians be proud of country’s role in international criminal justice
Press releases
21 Mar 2023 International Day of Forests: Sustainable management is crucial in the fight against climate change and in promoting the well-being of present and future generations Read More
17 Mar 2023 Putting children at the heart of justice: ICC issues arrest warrants in Ukraine Read More
13 Mar 2023 Workshop on “The Role of Libyan CSOs in Following up on the Implementation of the UPR Recommendations” Read More
08 Mar 2023 International Women’s Day: NPWJ supports women and girls all over the world for greater empowerment and safeguarding of their rights Read More
No Peace Without Justice programs

The International Criminal Justice Program is NPWJ's original mandate since 1994 and promotes accountability for violations of fundamental individual rights through a more effective international criminal justice system for the prevention, deterrence and prosecution of war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide
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The overall objective of the Gender & Human Rights program is to foster the engagement of national governments, parliaments and activists to promote the adoption and enforcement of effective laws banning female genital mutilation and other traditional practices which challenge the promotion and protection of women and girls’ human rights, as well as to reinforce cooperation at regional and international levels.
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The overall objective of the MENA Democracy Program is to promote the development of political mechanisms of consultation that recognise non-governmental actors and civil society as a legitimate and necessary counterpart for dialogue with State institutions on issues of democratic reform, promotion of human rights, the Rule of Law, justice, reconciliation and accountability.
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The overall objective of the LGBTI Program is to achieve full and international recognition of the civil rights of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender, intersex people and those with HIV through impact litigation, education and public policy work.
Read MoreA message from Emma Bonino