Who We Are
Our Journey
Centre de Recherche JURISCONSULTE (CRJ) is a leading research and capacity-building center committed to promoting inclusive humanitarian protection, sustainable development, and human rights across Sub-Saharan Africa. We work closely with communities, public institutions, and international partners to strengthen local systems, uphold dignity, and ensure rights-based approaches in development and humanitarian action.
Our Services
Humanitarian and Protection Law
We provide expert guidance on the application and interpretation of international humanitarian law (IHL), human rights law, refugee law, and child protection frameworks.
Our services include:
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Legal analysis of humanitarian principles and protection mandates
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Training on the legal responsibilities of state and non-state actors in armed conflict and displacement settings
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Drafting legal frameworks for protection, resettlement, and durable solutions
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Legal support for affected populations, especially women, children, and stateless persons
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Environmental law and climate justice
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Humanitarian accountability and localization of aid
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Comparative legal systems and traditional justice
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Case-building and legal representation
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Constitutional litigation and legal challenges
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Advocacy for legal harmonization and implementation of international norms
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Coalition-building and stakeholder engagement strategies
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Legal and administrative support to international investors and companies
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Dialogue facilitation for public-private partnerships
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Drafting and reviewing contracts, statutes, regulations, and legal documents
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Legal compliance assessments and risk mitigation strategies
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Legal representation and court litigation support
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Support for registration, licensing, and administrative procedures
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Legal aid and rights awareness campaigns for vulnerable populations
Institutional Capacity Building
We work with public and private institutions to strengthen their internal systems, improve governance, and enhance service delivery. We supports development and humanitarian actors throughout the project cycle from assessment to impact evaluation.
This includes:
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Organizational assessments and capacity development plans
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Development of operational policies, SOPs, and codes of conduct
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Internal accountability and monitoring frameworks
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Support for decentralization and local governance reform
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Training of Trainers (ToT) for institutional sustainability
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Project design, logical frameworks, and theory of change development
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Baseline studies and context analyses
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Third-party monitoring and independent evaluations
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Community feedback and participatory review processes
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Tools for adaptive management and evidence-based decision-making
Sub-Contracting and Policy Advisory
CRJ acts as a trusted implementation partner and policy advisor to international NGOs, government agencies, and development actors seeking local execution support. At CRJ, we believe that human capital is the engine of sustainable development. We offer tailored training programs to build the skills and knowledge of professionals, humanitarian workers, civil servants, legal practitioners, and community leaders.
Our expertise covers:
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Managing and implementing sub-contracted activities (legal aid, social mobilization, assessments)
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Policy research and strategic planning for governance reform, access to justice, and protection systems
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Legal and institutional audits to improve organizational compliance and effectiveness
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Providing on-the-ground context analysis to inform program design and implementation
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Our unique positioning allows us to connect international best practices with local realities.
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Technical training in humanitarian law, human rights, governance, and ethics
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Certification courses in protection, legal documentation, GBV prevention, and safeguarding
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In-service training for civil servants and local authorities
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Leadership and organizational development workshops
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Coaching and mentoring for young professionals and interns
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Training of Trainers (ToT) programs for grassroots initiatives
Research and Institutional Strengthening
CRJ is rooted in rigorous, applied research that informs policy, strengthens institutions, and drives evidence-based decision-making.
Our research and institutional support includes:
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Legal and policy research on issues such as statelessness, gender justice, and humanitarian protection
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Needs assessments, baseline surveys, and program evaluations
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Institutional capacity assessments and reform roadmaps
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Development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), codes of conduct, and manuals
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Academic partnerships with universities and think tanks to promote knowledge exchange
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Hosting of forums, conferences, and roundtables to influence policy discourse
Our Vision
Quality, Accountability and Inclusion in Humanitarian and Development Response.
A resilient, just, and inclusive Sub-Saharan Africa where human rights are protected, development is locally driven, and humanitarian principles are fully respected.
Get in Touch
Connect with Us
We welcome inquiries, partnerships, and collaboration opportunities. Whether you're seeking legal expertise, institutional support, or wish to learn more about our programs, our team is ready to assist you.
📍 Head Office
Centre de Recherche JURISCONSULTE (CRJ)
Avenue Coteaux No. 5255
Quartier des Cliniques, Kinshasa-Gombe
Democratic Republic of the Congo
📧 Email
contact@crjurisconsulte.org