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Rule of Law: State of the Field Andrew Solomon, BlueLaw

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•Drafting Laws (CPC, Courts, Property…)

•Rights of the Disadvantaged and Victims

•Dissemination and Implementation

Strengthening Normative

Frameworks

•Education, Licensing, and Discipline

•Case Management and Court Admin

•Ministerial Mgmt. & Service Delivery

Enhancing Effectiveness

and Accountability

•Legal Literacy; Information Counseling

•Justice Centers; Legal Aid; Clinics

•Enforcement of Judgments/Remedies

Empowering Individuals

Through Access to Justice

•Dialogue and Stakeholder Development

•Funding Activities and Organizations

•Advising, Mentoring, and Training

Promoting Will and Ownership for Sustainable

Reform

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Guiding Principles and Leading Practices

Holistic and Integrated Approach

Contextual/Responsive Assistance

National Ownership and Sustainability

Citizen Engagement/Participation

Justice Strategies/Action Plans

Managing for Results

Donor Coordination

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Justice, Security, and Livelihoods

“Strengthening legitimate institutions and governance to provide citizen security, justice, and jobs is crucial to break

cycles of violence.” (2011 WDR)

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Resources and Networks

● 2011 World Development Report (World Bank)

● Handbook on SSR: Supporting Security and Justice (OECD)

● QDDR: Leading Through Civilian Power (State Department)

● JAG Rule of Law Handbook (U.S. Army)

● UN Approach to Rule of Law Assistance (UN Secretary General)

● Rule of Law Strategic Framework (USAID)

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Andrew SolomonDirector, Justice Sector Reform AdvisorSecurity & Justice Practice GroupBlueLaw International

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