Our Vision and Mission
Why GEnder Justice
Gender-based violence and inequality are not accidental. They are sustained by systems of power, including patriarchy, colonialism, racism, ableism, and cisnormativity, that shape whose harm is recognised and whose justice is delayed or denied. Survivors, especially those facing intersecting forms of marginalisation, continue to encounter barriers such as discriminatory laws, weak accountability, and exclusion from justice processes.
We believe justice must be equitable, inclusive, and responsive to lived experience. Advancing gender justice means challenging the systems that normalise harm and silence survivors, and adopting intersectional approaches that reflect the complexity of people’s lives.
Gender justice does not exist in isolation. It is part of a broader struggle for social justice. Our work is rooted in collaboration, shared learning, and solidarity across movements, recognising that lasting accountability requires collective effort and a commitment to more just and inclusive systems.
A gender just world through the law.
Drive change in the international justice system by advancing accountability for gender-based violence/harm and advocating for inclusive, survivor-sensitive justice for all.
Our values
Our work is grounded in the following commitments:
- Survivor-centred – Survivors’ agency, consent, and expertise guide our priorities
- Intersectional – Gender-based harm is shaped by race, class, sexuality, disability, migration status, and other identities
- Feminist and decolonial – We challenge power imbalances within justice systems and within international advocacy itself
- Collaborative – We work through partnership, solidarity, and shared ownership
- Accountable – We commit to ethical engagement, transparency, and responsible use of influence
What we focus on
Across all our work, we aim to:
- Transform legal standards so they reflect lived experience and gendered realities
- Advance survivor participation and reparations that respond to specific harms
- Influence justice institutions, including the ICC and States Parties, to strengthen gender competence and accountability in practice
