International Bridges to Justice (IBJ)

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Lifelong learning plays a crucial role in the development of lawyers around the world. IBJs Legal Training Resource Center increases defense lawyer capacity worldwide by offering general instruction on topics all lawyers need to know to practice law effectively as well as more advanced practice courses in criminal defense. Through the provision of worldwide, on-demand web-based eLearning courses, IBJ builds the key skills required for criminal defenders to perform their jobs effectively and uphold the rights of the accused, specifically the right to be protected from cruel and unusual punishment, the right to a fair trial and the right to defend yourself.
These educational materials are developed under a global curriculum that reflects local laws and international human rights standards.

The application is a virtual legal tutor that serves to teach lawyers how to defend their clients.