World Justice Project 155d ago

Justice systems are often defined by courts, judges, and lawyers—but for most people, justice doesn’t function that way. Our Senior Research Associate for #AccesstoJustice, Grace Hulseman, explains that the majority of people with legal problems never engage with formal justice services, and when they do, those systems frequently fall short. The result is staggering: more than 5 billion people are living in the global justice gap—unable to resolve legal problems or benefit from the protections and opportunities the law should provide. Closing this gap requires reimagining justice itself. A people-centered approach prioritizes lived experiences, looks beyond formal institutions, and focuses on solutions that are holistic, evidence-based, participatory, and accountable. WJP research shows that people living in poverty face disproportionately negative justice experiences—insights that are essential for designing policies that truly work. ➡️ Read the Focus Note she co-wrote with Hannah Rigazzi: https://worldjusticeproject.org/news/wealth-inequality-access-justice #RuleOfLaw #PeopleCenteredJustice #AccessToJustice #JusticeGap #Inequality #DataForJustice #Governance