Justice & Peace Netherlands - Take action for social justice

Our work is focused on building and empowering local communities to take action in creating more just, sustainable, and welcoming societies.

Our focus areas

Human rights defenders & Security

Migration & Human rights

Stories to get inspired

Willie, empowering change through spoken word in Kenya

Arts and culture are essential for building a safe and just world. The most effective way to promote democratic rights, freedom, and universal human rights globally is through the support and protection of local and grassroots artists. Many artists face significant pressure and risks, and to defend democratic rights, they need both security and space to carry out their work.

Kristiaan, driving impact through research in the Netherlands

Kristiaan joined the Impact through Research trajectory of The Hague Changemakers to discover how academic research can drive meaningful social change. Building on his background in political science and migration justice, he collaborated with others to uncover the lived experiences of migrants and contribute to reshaping narratives around inclusion and social cohesion. This was a decision that would leave a lasting mark on both him and the communities he worked with.

Miluska, advocating for legal protections for the LGBTIQA+ community in Peru

In Peru, there are no legal barriers to same-sex relationships or censorship of LGBTIQA+ rights. However, it remains an unsafe environment for the LGBTIQA+ community, with obstacles to same-sex marriage, adoption, and the recognition of gender identity. In addition to not being guaranteed equal access to education, housing, healthcare, and employment, LGBTIQA+ continue to face violence, discrimination, and hate due to prevailing stereotypes and stigmas in the country.

Our latest news

19-08-2026

From Transnational Repression to Protection across Borders

As political repression increasingly extends across borders, political solidarity and activist protection must do the same.

03-08-2026

Announcement from the Board of Justice & Peace

With great respect for his decision, the director of our foundation, Sebastiaan van der Zwaan, has stepped down from his post.

23-06-2026

Night of the Refugee: A Walk I’ll Remember

On World Refugee Day, we took part in the Night of the Refugee organized by Stichting Vluchteling. Read Marinah Rahmat’s reflections on what this walk meant.

19-05-2026

Sign up for our next event with Shelter City guest Wangechi Grace Kahuria from Kenya

Join us for an informal conversation with Wangechi Grace Kahuria on defending the human rights of youth movements in Kenya.

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