The eight affirmations serve as the guiding principles of JusticeMakers and International Bridges to Justice. They are declarations of our commitment, our strength, and our motivation to come together to prevent torture and ensure justice for those in need. In this section, you can read about each of the eight affirmations - and what they mean in the daily lives and work of our 2008 JusticeMakers Fellows.

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Building bridges for legal reform

Taking on nationwide legal reform is no small task. That being said, it is not the magnitude of a goal that determines its completion, but the willingness of a determined group of individuals to come together in its pursuit. Though it's not easy, it's absolutely vital to ensure that the various components of the justice sector - the police, prison guards, judges, prosecutors - are joining hands to work towards legal reform. What do you think? Join the discussion now!