Today, 5.1 billion people lack adequate access to justice. This justice gap is a pervasive global problem, affecting most countries and communities. For those living in a state of limbo, it means a loss of livelihood, dignity, and basic rights that unravel social cohesion and stunt economic growth.

The problem is that we are still using the same models developed in past centuries, making the process of getting justice today slow, difficult, and costly.

Without equal access to justice for all, we cannot effectively reduce poverty, address inequalities, ensure peace, or tackle the consequences of climate change. So, how can we shift from mere discussion to actual implementation? The answer lies in unifying our efforts and prioritising outcomes for people. That is the essence of people-centred justice programming.

This approach, driven by data, evidence, and innovation, seeks to bring about reforms that enhance the delivery of justice services. It ensures that justice is available and accessible to all, regardless of people’s geographical location or identity, and it strives to provide fair and just outcomes for all.

We believe this basic justice care for everyone is possible. Through the use of data and evidence-based practice, we will continue to support and co-create high-quality justice, emphasising innovation and collaboration with ministries of justice and practitioners alike, and based on what is needed now—justice that is affordable, accessible and easy to understand.

This is people-centred justice.