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      Protecting Defenders

      Supporting human rights defenders (HRDs) around the world who face retaliation for their work, and monitoring trials of HRDs to ensure compliance with international fair trial standards.

      COVID-19 Pandemic

      Call for Release of Arbitrarily Detained Human Rights Defenders Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic

      The Justice Defenders Program calls on nations around the world to decongest their prisons by securing the immediate release of all arbitrarily detained human rights defenders. (Pictured: Samar Badawi, Saudi women's rights activist)

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      Justice Defenders Program

      Mobilizing the global legal community to confront governments that restrict human rights activities, enabling advocates to work more freely. (Photo Credit: Igor Kovalenko, TASS Agency)

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      TrialWatch Project

      Observing and reporting on trials worldwide as an implementing partner in the Clooney Foundation for Justice TrialWatch Initiative, increasing global adherence to international fair trial standards.

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