Our work
CWS funds two partners in Tonga.The Human Rights and Democracy Movement is working for a more democratic form of government and good governance through awareness raising, advocacy and lobbying. It also monitors human rights injustices. Activities include:
- Community meetings on human rights and democracy
- Public debate in the media on democracy, human rights, constitutional change, free speech and free media and continued opposition to proposed constitutional changes which would limit press freedom
- Training human rights personnel, volunteers and institutions
- An annual report on human rights violations in Tonga
The Tonga Community Development Trust focuses on women’s and community development including:
- Food security
- Self sufficiency
- Income generation
- Environmental protection
- Women’s role in the community
- Women’s human rights.
Our partners
Human Rights and Democracy Movement
Tonga Community Development Trust