We use the law as a positive instrument for change for our clients, and in the public interest.
Urgent appeal to support LHR client after...
Lawyers for Human Rights is making an urgent appeal for assistance after a recent judgement by the Johannesburg High Court,...
Date: 21/10/2019
Victory for Jade September and the transgender...
On Monday 23 September 2019, the Equality Court in the Western Cape handed down judgment in the matter of September...
Date: 23/09/2019
LHR on announcement that there is no...
On Monday, 2 September, the South African government on Twitter called on women to “speak out”, and “not allow themselves...
Date: 03/09/2019
We have six strategic programmes staffed by specialist practitioners, each focusing a specific aspect of human rights law. We help vulnerable, marginalised, and indigent people and communities. Our services are free of charge.
Refugee and Migrant Rights Programme/Statelessness
Strategic Litigation Programme
Penal Reform Programme
Land and Housing Programme
Environmental Rights Programme
Gender Equality Programme
