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

Christina, empowering refugee women to achieve their dreams

Génesis, standing up for justice in Venezuela

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Félix, shedding light on the harsh reality in Mexico, despite the dangers

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Marcel, integrating refugees into the job market to fight exclusion

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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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