ABA Rule of Law Initiative

The mission of the American Bar Association Rule of Law Initiative is to promote justice, economic opportunity and human dignity through the rule of law.

Our work

Governance and Justice System Strengthening

ABA ROLI promotes greater independence, accountability and transparency in judicial systems; assists in drafting and implementing codes of judicial ethics; promotes judicial education and training; and helps to enhance court administration and efficiency.

Transitions, Conflict Mitigation and Peacebuilding

Human Rights and Access to Justice

Enhancing access to justice and promoting human rights and fundamental freedoms for all, including women, children and marginalized populations, are among the principal aims of ABA ROLI.

Inclusive and Sustainable Development

Featured publications

2019 ABA Rule of Law Initiative Annual Report

Highlights of our work in Africa, Asia & the Pacific, Europe & Eurasia, Latin America & the Caribbean and the Middle East & North Africa.

Final Report, Rule of Law Approaches to Virtual Threats

Final report from the 2019 Annual Rule of Law Conference, which focused on rule of law strategies to more effectively address the ever-changing cybersecurity landscape.

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