Promo-LEX Association

Promo-LEX Association is a non-governmental organization that aims to advance democracy in the Republic of Moldova, including in the Transnistrian region, by promoting and defending human rights, monitoring the democratic processes, and strengthening civil society. Promo-LEX Association was established in 2002 and was registered at the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Moldova on July 19, 2002. Registration number – 2278. Promo-LEX Association is a not-for-profit and politically independent organization. Promo-LEX Association holds the Certificate of Public Benefit. Promo-LEX Association is a national level organization and operates throughout the Republic of Moldova. Values political neutrality; professionalism; quality services; transparency and accountability; non-discrimination; team spirit; openness to new partnerships and collaborations. Human Rights Program The overall goal of the Human Rights Program is to promote and implement international human rights standards in the Republic of Moldova. Priority areas of research under the Human Rights Program: Promoting access to justice and effective legal remedies for Transnistrian  inhabitants; Combating torture and inhuman or degrading treatment; Promoting and defending liberty and security of persons; Preventing and combating gender-based violence; Combating discrimination and promoting equality. Working methods: Provide free legal aid in the Association’s priority areas, which are strategic litigation before domestic and international courts; monitoring and reporting; drafting studies and thematic reports; opinions on draft laws and regulations on human rights; human rights training for various groups of beneficiaries; and information and awareness raising campaigns etc.