LST is committed to citizens’ engagement and participation in constitutional reform and transitional justice processes.

Central to these reforms is the recognition of the importance of economic, social and cultural rights, traditionally not prioritized in constitutional reform initiatives.

LST engages in research and critical analysis of bills and policies from the perspective of human rights and constitutionalism. The Trust also documents and analyzes the State’s accountability and commitment to human rights issues through its responses to the judiciary, and other state institutions and issues relating to impunity.

Through this programme, the Trust facilitates meaningful dialogue and cooperation between citizens and the State, and where necessary, supports communities to hold the State accountable to deliver on national and international commitments. This is primarily achieved through community governance platforms and building relationships with provincial councils and local government authorities in promoting participatory governance.

In recognition of the historical work on devolution, minority rights and participatory governance, the Trust is committed to deepening public understanding of these issues. In addition, the Trust supports legal practitioners and academics in upholding and defending well-established principles of human rights, equality and dignity. This includes engaging in strategic public interest litigation, convening regular discussions within the legal professions on promoting and defending human rights principles in practice and law and strengthening with legal education.