Juritrust Centre for Socio-Legal Research and Documentation

Juritrust Centre for Socio-legal Research and Documentation is a research-driven and advocacy-based non-governmental organisation, headquartered in Abuja, Nigeria, and established in 2013. Our foundational mandate is to champion comprehensive societal reforms and foster sustainable development, aligning closely with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We achieve this by meticulously researching laws and policies and disseminating informed public discourse. Our vision is to cultivate a world characterised by equal opportunities and sustainable development, where the rule of law is unequivocally supreme, thereby contributing directly to SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions) and other interconnected goals such as those related to financial and social inclusion, consumer protection, data privacy, and environmental stewardship.

Through a multi-faceted approach, Juritrust Centre actively works towards its mandate and vision. We regularly organise impactful mentorship sessions, seminars, and workshops, fostering knowledge transfer and capacity building. Furthermore, we disseminate relevant publications and create both physical and virtual platforms for academics, professionals, students, and the general public to share and obtain crucial information. Our practical impact is evident in the enhanced legal frameworks we have helped to shape, which have led to improved access to justice and strengthened accountability mechanisms. We have proudly collaborated with and continue to partner with esteemed entities, including the judiciary across several African countries, various law enforcement agencies, international organisations such as the MacArthur Foundation and FIDA, and national bodies like the Nigerian Bar Association and the Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, all in pursuit of a more just and equitable society.

Key Focus Areas

Thematic Priorities

Administration of Criminal Justice

Accountability and Governance

Financial and Social Inclusion

Data
Protection

Consumer
Protection

Climate Change and Environment