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Current & Past Projects

Ongoing and completed research initiatives addressing critical governance and legal challenges.

Ongoing Projects

Judicial Independence Index
Ongoing — 2024-2026

Judicial Independence Index

Developing a comprehensive framework to measure and compare judicial independence across European democracies. This project involves systematic data collection, comparative legal analysis, and the creation of a standardized index that can be used by policymakers and civil society organizations.

Objectives:
  • Create a standardized measurement framework for judicial independence
  • Conduct comparative analysis across 8 European countries
  • Publish annual index reports with policy recommendations
Digital Rights Framework
Ongoing — 2025-2027

Digital Rights in the Age of AI

Investigating the intersection of artificial intelligence and fundamental rights, with a focus on algorithmic accountability, data protection, and the right to explanation in automated decision-making systems.

Objectives:
  • Map existing regulatory frameworks for AI governance
  • Identify gaps in human rights protections
  • Propose model legislation for algorithmic accountability

Completed Projects

Digital Rights Assessment
Completed — 2023-2025

Digital Rights Assessment

A comprehensive evaluation of digital rights frameworks across Central and Eastern Europe, examining the balance between security and privacy in the digital age. The project produced three major reports and was cited in parliamentary debates across four countries.

3 Reports Published 6 Countries 12 Partners
Anti-Corruption Mechanisms
Completed — 2022-2024

Anti-Corruption Mechanisms Study

A comparative study of anti-corruption institutions and their effectiveness in preventing and prosecuting corruption. The research examined institutional design, independence, resources, and political will as key determinants of success.

2 Reports Published 10 Countries Policy Impact Award
Access to Justice
Completed — 2021-2023

Access to Justice for Marginalized Communities

Identifying systemic barriers that prevent marginalized communities from accessing legal remedies and proposing concrete policy interventions. The project included field research, stakeholder interviews, and legal aid mapping.

4 Reports Published 200+ Interviews 5 Regions