Leadership and Governance
PAAJELLA / PRACTICE AREAS
A framework for accountable justice leadership
A member-led association, guided by its constitutional framework and strengthened by professional stewardship.
Shared purpose. Clear accountability. Independent leadership.
Institutional leadership in conversation
OUR GOVERNANCE
Stewardship rooted in shared purpose
PAAJELLA is member-led, governed through its constitutional framework and supported by a professional Secretariat.
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Member-led
The General Assembly provides the foundation of PAAJELLA’s governance and institutional legitimacy.
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Constitution-guided
Leadership and oversight are exercised in accordance with the Association’s governing framework.
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Professionally supported
A dedicated Secretariat coordinates the work that turns shared priorities into action.
HOW WE ARE STEWARDED
The people and bodies behind the work
Distinct responsibilities come together to support accountable leadership and effective implementation.
01 / REPRESENTATION
General Assembly
Provides the foundation of PAAJELLA’s governance and institutional legitimacy.
02 / OVERSIGHT
Executive Committee
Provides strategic leadership and oversight in accordance with the governing framework.
03 / LEADERSHIP
President
Provides overall leadership and represents the Association in accordance with its governing framework.
04 / IMPLEMENTATION
Secretariat
Coordinates implementation, administration, programmes, knowledge activities, partnerships and institutional operations.
FOCUSED AREAS OF WORK
Standing Committees
Standing Committees support governance and implementation across defined institutional and programme areas.
- Recruitment & Membership
- Resource Mobilisation
- Finance & Risk
- Capacity Building
- Training
- Research & Learning
- Communications & Public Relations
- Audit
A SHARED COMMITMENT
Good governance makes lasting collaboration possible.
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