“A world ruled by law, not force”. This has been the World Jurist Association (WJA)’s mission since its founding in 1963. The WJA was formed in response to an international outcry for a free and open forum where judges, lawyers, law professors and other professionals from around the world could work cooperatively to strengthen and expand the Rule of Law and its institutions through the nations of the world.
As a non-governmental organization with special consultative status at the UN Economic and Social Council, the WJA provides a unique forum for the international community. We have worked closely with governments, non-governmental organizations and international associations to foster a cooperative dialogue on world peace.
Through our support, decision-makers from around the world work together as individuals, rather than representatives of a particular country, class or ideology.
With nearly 65 years of accomplishments, the WJA is one of the few organizations working with such a broad range of stakeholders to promote the Rule of Law as the path towards world peace.
Our members include sitting and retired Chief Justices, judges, members of parliaments and other government officials, law professors, lawyers and students from over 140 different countries. We have members and local chapters around the world and our Board of Directors represents Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas.
Through networks, such as this one here, the WJA continues to build on its foundation, calling for a system of laws that will ensure peace without the use of force. The WJA is committed to its continuation to ensure peace through the Rule of Law for all generations.
WJA bylaws:
- English version WJA By Laws – 2021
- Spanish versión WJA Estatutos – 2021 esp