Justice Bridge Foundation

We are building a resilient movement of African lawyers connected by courage, trained for justice and committed to transforming lives through law.

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Our Lagos convening was more than a gathering. Through the Bridge to Justice Initiative, we came together to strengthen justice-centred advocacy, deepen collaboration, and reimagine accessible justice for vulnerable communities across West & Central Africa.

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In this session, participants will explore how movement lawyering can advance human rights in the HIV justice context, and gain practical tools to partner with communities, challenge exclusion, and use the law to promote dignity, equality, and justice.

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We're pleased to welcome Augusta Shahin to the Bridge to Justice: Movement Lawyering Training Programme

Drawing on her expertise in human rights, legal advocacy, and access to justice, she will lead the module "HIV Justice, Human Rights and Movement Lawyering"
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A former member of the Civil Liberties Organisation (CLO) and Human Rights Watch, Israel has litigated human rights cases before Nigerian courts and the ECOWAS Court. His session explores legal strategies for defending dignity, privacy & equality.

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We're delighted to announce Israel Usman Esq. as a facilitator for the Bridge to Justice: Movement Lawyering Training Programme.

With 39 years of legal practice, he'll lead the module "Litigating Dignity, Privacy and Equality in Hostile Contexts."

#HumanRights #AccessToJustice

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Share this carousel to help more people know and protect their rights.

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Everyone deserves a fair chance to be heard.

Whether you're facing a legal dispute, criminal charge, or an administrative decision, you have the right to a fair process.

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In the final episode of our #KnowYourRights series, we break down what a fair hearing means and why understanding your rights can make all the difference.

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In Episode 3 of our #KnowYourRights series, we explore the right to health and what you can do if you experience discrimination while seeking healthcare.

Health is a right, and respect for that right should never be conditional

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Everyone deserves healthcare that is safe, respectful, and free from discrimination.

As @UNAIDS reminds us, "When individuals know their rights, they are empowered to hold service providers accountable."

No one should be denied care or treated unfairly because of who they are.

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Barr. Chizelu will explore how laws can be used to regulate and suppress marginalized groups and key populations, while equipping participants with practical legal strategies for responding to restrictive legal and political environments.

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We’re pleased to announce that Barr. Chizelu Emejulu will facilitate the module; Understanding Criminalisation: The Law as a Tool of Oppression, as part of the Bridge to Justice: Movement Lawyering Training Programme.

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#MovementLawyering is one way we push back.

Through strategic litigation & legal education, we're working to build a legal system where no one is subjected to torture for who they are.

Learn more via the link in our bio.

#BridgeToJustice #HumanRights #EndTorture

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Today, on the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, JBF stands with survivors of torture & cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment.

For marginalized groups and key populations across West & Central Africa, criminalisation too often enables abuse instead of justice.

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This reflection by the Co-Executive Director of Crème de la Crème House of Fame Foundation reminds us that protecting human dignity starts with recognising the existence, experiences & rights of all people.

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When communities are excluded from public discourse, policy conversations, and decision-making spaces, the issues affecting them can become invisible too.

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If you're just joining the series, you can catch the previous episode here 👇
https://t.co/SB1QeghQEE

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Your phone contains some of your most personal information, but do you know your rights if someone demands access to it?

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Episode 2 of our #KnowYourRights series breaks down privacy rights, unlawful searches, and how to protect your information.

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#JusticeBridgeFoundation #Nigeria

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The measure of a democracy is not about who wins elections.

Once leaders are elected, the real question becomes; How are they using their power? Are they protecting the rights of everyone? Are institutions upholding justice and the rule of law?

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As Nigeria marks #DemocracyDay, we reflect on what it means to build a society where rights, dignity, and protection are guaranteed for all people.

Listen to this powerful reflection from our recent discussion on democracy and justice.

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