What We Do
Strengthening Judicial Independence and Integrity
We work with judges at all levels to promote judicial independence, strengthen judicial integrity, and improve professional competencies.
Fighting Corruption
We provide state-of-the-art training for investigators, prosecutors and judges on how to pursue and handle complex corruption cases, and work with civil society and journalists on efforts to promote transparency and public accountability.
Supporting Civil Society Efforts to Advance the Rule of Law
The CEELI Institute conducts a wide range of programs designed to strengthen the role of civil society groups in preserving and advancing the rule of law.
Building Legal Skills and Capacity
We provide substantive and practical skills training for lawyers and law students.
Highlights
Introducing CEELI’s new podcast series Safeguarding the Rule of Law in Challenging Times
Remembering Vasiliy Anatolyevich Vlasihin
Supporting Turkish Lawyers Working in Defense of Human Rights Cases
CEELI is Proud to Introduce CEELI Online, Our New Web-Based Learning Platform
A Letter from the Executive Director
IMPACTS: A CEELI and IFES Joint Initiative
“Videoconferencing in support of Remote Access to Courts” A Webinar Roundtable Series
2020 WJP Rule of Law Index Shows Sustained Negative Slide Toward Weaker Rule of Law Around the World
OUR IMPACT
The mission of the CEELI Institute is to advance the rule of law in the world in order to: protect fundamental rights and individual liberties; promote transparent, incorruptible, accountable governments; lay the foundation for economic opportunity and growth; and encourage peaceful resolution of disputes.