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    Ukraine

    Background

    ABA ROLI has worked to advance human rights and the rule of law in Ukraine since 1992, specifically through bar development, and efforts to combat corruption, cybercrime, and human trafficking. In collaboration with Ukrainian stakeholders, we drafted and analyzed legislation, created a unified bar association and supported the establishment of a legal aid system. These efforts continue today through funding from the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL).

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    Our current work in Ukraine

    Promoting Internet Freedom

    ABA ROLI’s work in Ukraine aims to strengthen the knowledge and capacity of cross-sector champions of Internet freedom (IF) to advocate for laws and policies that promote online freedom of expression. In partnership with local and international civil society organizations and experts, businesses, members of Parliament, and government agencies, we organize conferences, roundtables, and symposia to share best practices for supporting IF through sound policy. ABA ROLI also provides technical assistance and financial support to local civil society to help advance independent advocacy efforts aimed at promoting freedom of expression.

    Promoting Social Cohesion

    Through our programs, ABA ROLI aims to increase national unity, promote civic identity, and foster informed and constructive dialogue on issues central to the country’s European future as it strives to align more closely with Europe as opposed to Russia. We bring together media, civil society, and youth actors from different regions of Ukraine to collaborate on joint projects focused on increasing social cohesion in Ukraine. Social cohesion is defined as tolerance for differences across groups and their unity around democratic principles and reforms. ABA ROLI also supports local media to challenge stereotypes, influence the sharing of information, promote accurate understanding of timely issues, and contribute to effective advocacy.
    Combating xenophobia and racism
    Reforming law enforcement
    Developing defense bar
    Combating cybercrime
    Legal profession and public advocacy
    Past Rule of Law Work in Ukraine

    Learn more about our past work in Ukraine. Our past work involved a broad range of legal reform, anti-corruption, and legal education activities.

    Contact

    To learn more about our work, contact the ABA Rule of Law Initiative at [email protected].

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