Chapter One Foundation

PROMOTING AND PROTECTING Human Rights Human rights are basic rights and freedoms that belong to every person, regardless of nationality, sex, gender, ethnicity, religion, or any other status. They are inherent, universal, and inalienable. these are rights we have simply because we exist as human beings . PROMOTING AND PROTECTING Human Rights Defenders Human Rights Defenders are individuals, groups, or organizations that actively work peacefully to promote, protect, and advance human rights Constitutional
Governance
constitutionalism is the principle that government authority is derived from and limited by the constitution. PROMOTING AND PROTECTING
PROMOTING AND PROTECTING Rule of Law The rule of law is the mechanism, process, institution, practice, or norm that supports the equality of all citizens before the law, secures a nonarbitrary form of government, and more generally prevents the arbitrary use of power
WHAT WE DO!

A just Zambia, where people live freely, inspires our work and drive our efforts.

Chapter One Foundation aims to promote and protect human rights, defend human rights defenders, uphold constitutionalism, and advocate for good governance through strategic public interest litigation, advocacy, and civic education. the following are our work areas

Human Rights Protection and Advocacy

Provide support and protection for the Zambian Citizens, and the Human Rights Defenders.

Legal and Constitutional Compliance

Advocate for adherence in accordance to the Zambian constitutional principles and the rule of law in Zambia

Public Awareness and Engagement

Raise awareness about human rights issues and engage the public in advocacy efforts.

WHO WE ARE

INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND

Chapter One Foundation is a non-profit Non-Governmental Organization established to promote and protects human rights, human rights defenders, constitutionalism, social justice and rule of law in Zambia through public interest litigation, advocacy, capacity building and civic education.

Constitutional Compliance

Human Rights

Legal Reforms

Public Awareness

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Years of Existance

OUR CORE VALUES

Chapter One Foundation's
Operational Guidlines.

Chapter One Foundation’s Core Values are the set of ethics and principles that govern a our decision making and actions. Our Core Values also serve as the foundation for our culture, impact, and the behaviors expected the organisation.

Courage

We demonstrate courage in advocating for justice, constitutionalism, good governance and human rights.

Accountability

We are transparent and accountable in our actions and use of resources. We hold ourselves accountable to our stakeholders and each other, ensuring that we deliver on our commitments.

Innovation

We encourage creativity and innovation in our approaches to addressing human rights challenges and achieving positive social change.

Professionalism

We maintain professionalism in our interactions, operations, and our representation, hence, ensuring excellence and credibility.

Integrity

Committed to upholding the highest ethical standards, honesty, trustworthiness and fiduciary responsibility in all aspects of our operations, activities, and efforts.

Teamwork

We value teamwork and recognize its importance in achieving our goals through collective effort, mutual support, and inclusiveness in all forms.

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Joint Civil Society Organisation on Constitutional Reforms in Zambia – 17th July, 2025

Joint CSO Statement on Constitutional ReformsDownload

Joint Civil Society Press Statement on the Cyber Bills 26 March 2025

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