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What We do
Our Areas of Intervention
Human Rights Protection
We defend the dignity and freedoms of all individuals by advocating for the protection and promotion of human rights through legal aid, awareness campaigns, and community-based interventions.
Justice and Legal Accountability
We work to ensure that the justice system is fair, independent, and accessible in holding institutions and individuals accountable for violations and abuse of power.
Governance and Transparency
Through research, advocacy, and public engagement, we promote good governance, ethical leadership, and institutional transparency in both public and private sectors.
Civic Engagement and Public Education
We empower citizens especially youth and marginalized groups through civic education, leadership training, and participatory platforms that encourage active involvement in democratic processes.
Environmental Justice and Land Rights
We advocate for the protection of natural resources and community land rights, ensuring that environmental decisions are fair, sustainable, and respect the rights of indigenous and rural populations.
Partnership and Solidarity
We collaborate with local, regional, and international partners to build a united front for justice, amplifying voices and pooling resources for greater impact.
Make a Difference. Stand for Justice. Empower Communities.
Volunteer With Us
Join our growing network of passionate volunteers working to build a more just, informed, and empowered society. At the Edward Francis Small Centre for Rights and Justice, volunteers support legal aid clinics, civic education programs, research, outreach, and public events. Whether you have a few hours, a week or want to help with a one-time campaign, your time and skills can make a lasting impact while gaining meaningful experience in human rights and community advocacy.
Our Blog
Explore stories, insights, and updates from the frontlines of justice and human rights. Our blog features community voices, legal victories, thought pieces, and reflections on the ongoing struggle for equity and dignity in The Gambia and beyond.
EFSCRJ CALLS FOR CITIZENSHIP FOR RESIDENTS OF GHANA TOWN
Residents of Ghana Town have lived in the Gambia well before Independence. Yet, up to today, they have no Gambian papers effectively rendering them stateless in a land in which they were born and live.
PUBLIC STATEMENT: EFSCRJ Welcomes the Release of Gambia Corruption Index 2025 with Huge Concerns
The Edward Francis Small Centre for Rights and Justice welcomes the release of the Gambia Corruption Index (GCI) 2025, the first comprehensive, citizen-driven assessment of…
PUBLIC STATEMENT: EFSCRJ Position Paper on Law Enforcement for Anti-Corruption and Human Rights Protection in The Gambia
The Edward Francis Small Centre for Rights and Justice on Thursday 25 September submitted a comprehensive Position Paper to key stakeholders, including the Office of…
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