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International Human Rights Day highlights collective action, Rwanda’s progress in protecting vulnerable groups
The Legal Aid Forum (LAF), in collaboration with the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) and the Swiss Development Cooperation Agency (SDC), organised a celebration of International Human Rights Day on December 9......

14 journalists receive grants to advance investigative journalism
The Legal Aid Forum (LAF), in partnership with the Thomson Foundation (TF), recognized 14 journalists with production grants, on November 28 for completing a training program to enhance their investigative journalism skills....

New study shows how Rwanda, Kenya leverage technology for Justice delivery
Rwanda and Kenya are leveraging Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to revolutionize justice service delivery, achieving significant benefits such as reduced court filing costs and enhanced efficiency....

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS TO THE RWANDA CIVIL SOCIETY COALITION ON THE UNIVERSAL PERIODIC REVIEW
the objective of this call is to provide financial support to 5 organizations to extend human rights trainings within their constituencies, further strengthening the capacity of civil society in the promotion and protection of human rights in Rwanda.....

FEATURED: Rwanda’s justice system embraces Alternative Dispute Resolution: A public-private partnership
Rwanda has made significant progress in reforming its justice system, integrating Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms as a cornerstone of this transformation....

Call for Entries now open: Environmental Journalism Training Program
Join our Environmental Journalism Training Program to master essential reporting skills, navigate potential legal challenges and receive expert legal support throughout your project.

Call for applications: INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM WORKSHOP
Supporting the Media Sector Reforms in Rwanda: Enhancing the Implementation of the New Media Policy and Legal Reforms.

Fifty lawyers, legal aid providers train in efficient use of IECMS
50 lawyers and legal aid providers from the Rwanda Bar Association (RBA) are attending the training on the use of the Integrated Electronic Case ......

Rwf1bn to help poor people access free legal services
A lawyer assists a suspect in court. More poor and vulnerable people in Kigali will now access legal aid after Civil Society Organisations committed ...

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