Campaigning for the Protection and Promotion of Human Rights, Democracy, the Rule of Law and International Justice
Latest news
- Ukraine Soviet-era famine recognised as ‘genocide’ by French MPs
- Accountability in The Hague: Recent Developments in Dutch Core International Crimes Cases regarding the Syrian Civil War
- Philippines’ Marcos to shut out ICC after losing drug-war appeal
- The ICC's selective approach to war crimes undermines its credibility
- To renew the International Criminal Court, look to the regional rights institutions
- Spain might introduce a cabinet gender equality law. What would that mean?
- Excision In Africa: When Men Also Want To Put An End To Female Genital Mutilation
- FAO engages with Pan-African Parliament for gender equality
- Sports play a vital role in promoting gender equality, says Olympic medallist, basketball star and IOC Member, Pau Gasol
- Western Balkans discuss transformative financing for gender equality at regional conference
Press releases
24 Mar 2023 International Apathy and Impunity for Historical Injustices and Gross Human Rights Violations Must Be Strongly and Widely Condemned Read More
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
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