Penal Reform International becomes a member of the Justice Action Coalition to advance global justice reform
A collaborative effort towards achieving measurable progress in justice outcomes
Penal Reform International (PRI) proudly announces its membership in the Justice Action Coalition (JAC), a dynamic multi-stakeholder alliance committed to driving significant advancements in justice outcomes for individuals and communities worldwide. The Justice Action Coalition, comprising countries and organisations united by a shared vision, aims to achieve tangible progress in justice-related objectives.
The JAC recognises the importance of collective action in bringing about positive change in the justice sector. By fostering collaboration among governments, NGOs, and other stakeholders, the coalition seeks to create a more just and equitable world. PRI, as a significant stakeholder in advocating for penal reform and criminal justice system transformation, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this Coalition. With a mission to promote fair and effective criminal justice systems, PRI has been at the forefront of international efforts to address the challenges and opportunities and to promote human rights in the field of criminal justice.
PRI’s Executive Director, Olivia Rope, stated that “as partner of the JAC, PRI will contribute to the collective effort in achieving people-centered justice. Together with other partners we will support the realisation of the Sustainable Development Goals which is a central goal for PRI’s work in achieving fair and effective human rights-based criminal justice systems.”
Member States:
Canada
Chile
Colombia
Costa Rica
France
Germany
Indonesia
Kosovo
Liberia
Luxembourg
The Netherlands
Niger
Norway*
Portugal
São Tomé and Príncipe
Sierra Leone
Solomon Islands
Sweden
Switzerland*
United States
*observing
Members of the coalition:
HiiL – User-friendly Justice – Access to Justice
International Center for Transitional Justice
Pathfinders for Peaceful, Just and Inclusive Societies
International Development Law Organization
University of Strathclyde – Institute for Inspiring Children’s Futures
Namati – Innovations in Legal Empowerment
ODI |Overseas Development Institute
LEF–Legal Empowerment Fund