ABOUT US

We Advocate for Human Rights


Legal and Human Rights Centre (LHRC) is Tanzania’s human rights advocacy organization. LHRC was established in 1995 as a non-governmental, voluntary, non-partisan and not-for-profit sharing organization, with the purpose of working to empower and conscientize the people of Tanzania on legal and human rights.

LHRC envisions “a Just and Equitable Society”
We are on a Mission to empower the public and promote, reinforce and safeguard human rights and goodgovernance in Tanzania.

Nothing inspires us more than our broad objective

“We just want to create legal and human rights awareness among the public and in particular the underprivileged section of society through legal and civic education, advocacy linked with legal aid provision, research and human rights monitoring.”

6 THINGS WE BELIEVE IN TO BE TRUE

Integrity

We uphold ethical principles and strong moral uprightness which means doing the right thing even when no one is watching.

Accountability

LHRC is accessible and openly accountable,positioning herself where people know LHRC’s responsibilities, and are able to ask for explanations, and give feedback on their experience of the LHRC

Equality and Diversity

LHRC treats individuals or groups of individuals fairly and equally,LHRC does not discriminate against her clients or employees on any grounds.

Transparency

Unless confidentiality is required, LHRC ensures that constituents and stakeholders are fully aware of LHRC’s actions,management and financial situation.

Professionalism

Members of LHRC conduct themselves with competence,respect and courtesy in engagement with constituents, stakeholders and duty bearers.

Voluntarism and Volunteerism

LHRC operates in a spirit of volunteerism, undertaking responsibilities willingly and with dedication and commitment beyond the value of financial rewards or material benefit.

LHRC MANAGEMENT

“Our Management is guided by the organization’s mission in implementing the 2019-2024 strategy”

Adv. Deogratias T Bwire

Director of Empowerment and Accountability

Dr. Anna Henga

Executive Director

CPA (T). Silvian Sariko

Director of Finance and Administration

Adv. Fulgence Massawe

Director of Advocacy and Reforms

LHRC BOARD OF DIRECTORS

“9 incredible and outstanding members shaping and approving organization strategies”

Hon. Barnabas Albert Samatta (Retired Chief Justice)

Chairperson of the Board

Josephine Aron Mwankusye

Vice Chairperson of the Board

Dr. Abdullah Hamza Mohammed

Member of the Board I Joined the Board: 2021

Lutgard Kokulinda Kagaruki

Member of the Board I Joined the Board: 2021

Dr. Ally Hussein Laay

Member of the Board | Joined the board in 2022

Dr. Ringo Tenga

Member of the Board Joined the Board: 2024

Anabahati J. Mlay

Member of the Board Joined the Board: 2024

Vivian S. Temi

Member of the Board Joined the Board: 2024

Hellen D. Kilontsi

Member of the Board Joined the Board: 2024

Dr. Anna Henga

Secretary of the Board I Joined the Board: 2018

LHRC FOUNDING MEMBERS

“LHRC is so lucky to have extra-ordinary founders,who paved the way”

Dr. Ringo Tenga

Prof. Costa Ricky Mahalu

Dr. Wilbert Kapinga

Dr. Harrison Mwakyembe

Dr. Sengodo Mvungi (The Late)

PARTNERSHIP THAT WORKS

“We are improving the state of human rights through partnership”

We are a Membership Based Organization

We convene an Annual General Meeting (AGM) with 130 members to ensure that the organization is operating within its mandate and scope. Members receiving the LHRC’s audited financial and annual report discussed the LHRC’s context during the AGM. Members have the right to alter the memorandum and articles of association, as well as appoint the Board of Directors, and they are responsible for making broad policy choices

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