We believe everyone can be a changemaker. Our work is focused on building and empowering local communities of changemakers to take action in creating more just, sustainable, and welcoming societies.

Our focus areas

Human rights defenders & Security

Migration & Human rights

The change makers we work with

Arsène, confronting injustice to rebuild peace in the DRC

Reham and Yahya, Impact story

Support Samen Hier groups

Alice, on the frontlines of a high-risk profession in the DRC

Support women’s rights defenders

Marcel, integrating refugees into the job market to fight exclusion

Discover what refugees have to offer

Our latest news

07-03-2025

International Women’s Day 2025

In times of uncertainty and backlash, hope is more than an aspiration; it is an action. Built through shared strength and determination, it fuels our journey for gender equality. With this message for solidarity and collective action, we invite you to join our mission.

06-03-2025

Move 4 Human Rights Summer Edition: Applications are open

A two-week summer programme calling for young changemakers. Explore pressing human rights issues and contribute to impactful solutions through workshops, field visits, and collaborative projects.

25-02-2025

Maintaining well-being in human rights campaigning: Activist Lab for young activists

In July 2024, Justice & Peace held the Summer Activist Lab in The Hague; an edition which focused on well-being against the backdrop of shrinking civic space and the increased polarization in an intense political and human rights climate.

14-02-2025

Application call: The Hague Changemakers

Justice & Peace is launching a call for applications for The Hague Changemakers, as part of the Move 4 Human Rights initiative, to strengthen social cohesion and contribute to a more inclusive migration narrative in The Hague.

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