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Advancing
the rule of law

Headquartered at the historic Villa Grébovka in Prague, Czech Republic, the CEELI Institute is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the rule of law.

What We Do

Promote equitable and accountable governance

The CEELI Institute works with judges, lawyers, and civil society actors to build law-based societies and institutions in Europe and beyond.

Strengthening Judicial Independence and Integrity

We work with judges at all levels to promote judicial independence, strengthen judicial integrity, and improve professional competencies.

Combatting Corruption

We train investigators, prosecutors, and judges to handle complex corruption cases, and work with civil society actors and journalists to expose breaches of public trust.

Supporting Civil Society

We support organizations and individuals striving for greater transparency and accountability, and support the rule of law through research and advocacy.

Building Legal Skills and Capacity

We partner with lawyers and law students to improve their advocacy skills, legal knowledge, and ability to safeguard their profession’s independence.

Our Approach

Connecting individuals, building networks, and supporting professional growth

Through peer-to-peer exchanges, innovative pedagogy, and diverse programming, CEELI advances the rule of law in the countries where we work.

Training Legal Professionals

We provide world-class, interactive training and skills development programs to legal professionals and other individuals committed to the rule of law in Prague and abroad.

Building Networks

We connect individuals to strengthen their professional capacities and encourage knowledge sharing.

The Impact of the CEELI Institute

Since 2007, we have engaged tens of thousands of professionals from over 50 countries.

In 2023

86

Events

2000+

Participants

35

Countries

3

Continents

VILLA GRÉBOVKA

Home to the CEELI Institute

The Villa Grébovka was built in the late 19th century as the summer home of Moritz Gröbe, an industrialist who made his fortune in mining and railroads. The CEELI Institute completed the Villa’s transformation into a conference and residential center in 2007.

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Advancing
the rule of law

What We Do