How the objective will be addressed
Programme area specifics
digitalisation, alternative dispute resolution and alternative sanctions. To further strengthen the fairness of the court system, the programme area will support: gender-sensitive court systems performing their duties without bias and prejudice; child-friendly justice, also based on the Barnahus model, to ensure the best interest of the child and improve child protection, including through their meaningful participation in judicial proceedings; and access to justice systems for persons in vulnerable situations, including child victims, victims of domestic and gender-based violence, and Roma women and girls.
The resilience of the court system depends on the independence and accountability of the courts. The programme area will focus on introducing measures for the protection of judges from inappropriate internal and external pressure, increased transparency, and improved public awareness of the role of the judiciary and the consequences of undermining its independence. The fairness of the court system depends on the quality and efficiency of the courts and equal access to justice for all, both in criminal and civil cases. This programme area will invest in capacity building of judges and court staff as a prerequisite for ensuring quality, timely planning, and efficient case management. This will lead to increased judge craft and strengthened leadership and court management in the judiciary, fostering proactive judges and thereby positively impacting the quality and efficiency of the courts. Efforts to improve administrative efficiency should include proper data collection and analysis, time management,
• All programmes shall include cooperation between Donor and Beneficiary States. • Investment in infrastructure and equipment (hard measures) shall only be supported alongside capacity building, training, or experience sharing (soft measures). • The maximum level of funding for investment in infrastructure and equipment
(hard measures) shall be set in the memorandum of understanding or, exceptionally, in the programme agreement.
Key actors and beneficiaries
Courts, including judges and court staff, prosecution and other relevant public entities, are the main actors in bringing about the desired change. International organisations, educational and research institutions, and civil society organisations are valued partners in supporting the changes. Improved court systems will benefit all citizens. Targeted actions will benefit persons in vulnerable situations.
concentrated hearings, summary proceedings,
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