About Us
Vision Center for Legal Studies and Training ( VCLST) is a professional National Non-Government Organisation dedicated to advancing legal education, human right advocacy, rule of law, and access to justice in South Sudan and beyond. Through collaboration with government institutions, civil society organisation, national and international partners. VCLST strengthens legal frameworks, foster professional development, and supports transitional justice initiatives to enhance accountability and sustainable peace in South Sudan and beyond.
Our mission
To promote legal excellence, human rights, and access to justice in South Sudan and beyond by providing high-quality legal training, research, and advocacy in collaboration with national and international stakeholders.
Our vision
To be a leading institution in legal education, research, and advocating for human rights, fostering a society that upholds the rule of law, justice, and human rights for all.
Our values
•Integrity
•Justice
•Accountability
•Empowerment
•Inclusivity
•Collaboration
•Innoovation
Our programs
Legal training and capacity building
•Professional training for judges, advocates, and law enforcement officers.
•Workshops on human rights, constitutional law, and governance.
•Public lectures on mentorship programs for students.
transitional justice and peacebuilding
•Advocating for the establishment of Hybrid Court for South Sudan and beyond.
•Conducting truth-seeking and victim support initiatives.
•Facilitating community dialogues on reconciliation and justice.
research and policy development
•Producing policy briefs on governance, human rights, and judicial reforms.
•Conducting comparative legal studies to align with international best practices.
•Supporting government and legislative bodies with legal research.
Legal aid and access to justice
•Providing pro bono legal services to marginalized groups.
•Strengthening community-based legal aid programs.
•Promoting alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms.
Achievements and impact
•Established legal aid services for vulnerable communities.
•Advocate for legal reforms.
•Partnered with national and international organisation to promote rule of law.
strategic goal
•Expand legal education programs and establish a legal training institute.
•Strengthen advocacy for judicial independence and constitutional reforms.
•Increase legal aid services and establish more community-based legal aid centers.
•Enhance research and publication efforts on transitional justice and governance.
•Deepen engagement with regional and international networks for knowledge exchange.
Partnerships
Vision Center for Legal Studies and Training has strong partnerships with legal Centers, institutions, organisations, and scholars both within and outside South Sudan. These collaborations enhance the center’s research capabilities, advocacy impact, and access to global expertise.