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POVERTY IS NOT A CRIME.

We're fighting around the world to decriminalize poverty and status. Join us May 25, 2023 on the sidelines of the 32nd session of the CCPCJ to learn more.

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Our Mission

We make justice a reality for poor people by fighting to guarantee high-quality legal representation for everyone arrested or detained. Around the world, we provide criminal defense services and build sustainable, effective legal aid institutions.

Our Impact

From the lives of individuals, to their families and communities, at the international level, and in countries around the world, our work has impact.

20190827_Nepal_Sabina Mijar, former PDS

Where We Work

Shah-du-shamshira Kabul Afghanistan

Afghanistan

Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon, Myanmar at s

Myanmar

Nepal

Palestinian olive trees from areas surro

Palestine

Traditional old painted door in a histor

Tunisia

Georgia

Our Approach

Our unique approach builds sustainable, locally-led legal aid systems and drives meaningful criminal justice reforms.

Areas of Focus

We focus on specific issues that drive disparities in the criminal justice system and are at the root of injustice around the world.

Legal Aid

Access

Racial, Ethnic & Religious Minorities

Pretrial Justice

Reform

Gender Equality

Children & Youth

SDG16+

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