Law in service of peace and justice.
Community of International lawyers working across peace, justice, governance, and high-risk global contexts
Our Mission
To provide career pathways, institutional insight, and peer engagement for lawyers pursuing work in international law, public-interest legal roles, and peace-building institutions.
Our Vision
A world where legal training leads to meaningful careers in international justice, governance, and peace infrastructure.
Who We Are
PeaceandJustice.net is a professional network focused on lawyers and legally trained professionals navigating the transition from legal training to roles in international organizations, courts, tribunals, and public-interest legal institutions.
Our Members
Members include lawyers and legal professionals with experience across international institutions, NGOs, and public-interest legal roles. They value peer insight, institutional literacy, and realistic career pathways over broad networking.
Our community includes professionals from prestigious organizations such as the International Court of Justice, the Permanent Court of Arbitration, Eurojust, the European Patent Office, the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons, the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia, the International Criminal Court, various embassies, top universities, and leading law firms. We are internationally oriented and based in the Netherlands, with around 200 engaged and committed members.
Honoring Excellence in Peace and Justice
Peace & Justice.NET is proud to recognize the contributions of our esteemed honorary members. These individuals have made significant and distinctive contributions to the field of peace and justice, embodying the principles and values that our organization strives to promote. Their dedication and achievements serve as an inspiration to our community and the wider world.
Our Activities
Career Development Events: We organize workshops and conferences focused on skill-building and career enhancement in collaboration with international and governmental organizations.
Networking Events: We provide an international forum for members to interact and network with their peers.
Cultural Events: We broaden horizons by opening doors to different cultures through visits to historic and artistic places.
Mentorship Program: Selected members have the opportunity to connect with senior professionals who have made significant contributions in the field of peace and justice.
Information Platform: We share local information and news regarding career development, peace, and justice through our website and LinkedIn.
Our Approach
We believe that sustainable peace and justice can only be achieved through collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous learning.
By bringing together diverse perspectives and expertise, we aim to create a dynamic community where innovative solutions to global challenges can thrive.
Global Goals for Sustainable Development
Our projects align with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions) and Goal 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
We are committed to promoting peaceful and inclusive societies, providing access to justice for all, and building effective, accountable, and inclusive institutions.
