We believe everyone can be a change maker. Our work is focused on building and empowering local communities of change makers 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

Antoine, giving newcomers a second chance

Nasmoen, setting up a catering company to support refugees

Support innovative changemakers

Luis, building peace through the fight against impunity in Venezuela

Empower digital rights defenders

Juan, opening a studio to ‘new’ Rotterdammers

Discover what refugees have to offer

Our latest news

14-06-2024

Justice & Peace engages with municipalities and partners at the “ From Migration To Participation” Congress

In May 2024, Justice & Peace presented a workshop and offered insights into how civic participation can be encouraged in the support and reception of people with refugee backgrounds through community sponsorship.

12-06-2024

Strengthening the Samen Hier student community in The Hague

Our Samen Hier initiative aims to create a sense of belonging for student newcomers in the Netherlands through a series of interactive events. Joini the Walk ‘N Connect event and explore the city’s landmarks, immerse yourself in its rich history, and forge connections with locals and newcomers alike.

24-05-2024

Justice & Peace engages with young change makers

Justice & Peace works side by side with various partners and organizations to actively engage youth audiences in cultivating a society that values and protects human rights holistically.

08-05-2024

Application call for the Move 4 Human Rights Summer Course

Are you a (young) change maker? Immerse yourself in a two-week training on empowerment and social impact action at the Move 4 Human Rights Summer Course 2024. Apply now and tackle pressing human rights issues from gender equality to refugee rights.

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