We stand as a beacon of hope – defending civil liberties, ensuring every voice is heard, and every right is protected.
Established in 2013, we are an independent and principled defender of civil liberties for all.
Our interventions are focused on addressing what is at stake under the following key issues.
Chapter Four works in communities, courts, and parliament to defend and promote freedom of expression, association, and peaceful assembly.
Through strategic engagement, litigation, and advocacy, Chapter Four works to advance fair trials and due process for a just & equitable system
Chapter Four works in courts and the parliament to challenge acts of torture or cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment.
Chapter Four works in communities, parliament, and courts to advance equality and freedom from discrimination for minority groups.
We provide bold, robust, innovative, and strategic legal responses in the defence of freedoms and justice
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Welcome to our testimonial section, where voices from those impacted by our human rights work share their experiences in a few words.
We have supported hundreds of human rights defenders, pro-democracy actors, and civil society groups to navigate complex contexts and continue their important work. We have defended equality for all. Explore the highlights of our 12 years of impact.
Over the past decade, Chapter Four has been on the frontlines of nearly all major legal battles to defend civil liberties in Uganda. We need you to continue challenging laws, policies, and practices that impede civil liberties, fairness, and equality.
