The Thomson Reuters Foundation provides support for issues related to women’s rights, anti-corruption and governance, climate
change, social innovation and media development. However, its
support is unique as it believes in taking up “action for impact.”
The Foundation does
not provide grants but uses its unique set of skills to run programmes that trigger change
and empower people: free legal assistance, media development and in-depth
coverage of the world’s under-reported stories. It stands for human rights,
women’s empowerment, better
governance, greater transparency, and for the rule of law.
Under women’s rights,
it helps women know and defend their rights. Through news and information, it
aims to increase awareness on women’s issues. It also organizes the ‘Trust
Women Conference’ with the aim of putting the rule of law behind women’s
rights. The 2013 Trust Women Conference will be held in
London from 3-4 December 2013. “A limited number of conference scholarships will soon be available for exceptional individuals at the forefront of women’s rights (to
participate in this conference). Priority will be given to candidates from developing
countries.”
Another important
aspect of the Foundation’s support is the TrustLaw Connect. The TrustLas
Connect is pro bono service that connects NGOs and social enterprises with the best
law firms around the world with a mission to spread the practice of pro bono
worldwide to drive social change. It also
provides support for hundreds of social enterprises with innovative approaches
to solving social and environmental challenges.
In order to apply for the TrustLaw Connect, NGOs can go
through an online eligibility quiz. If they pass the test, they can apply for
this support.
To know more about the
Thomson Reuters’ TrustLaw Connect program, visit this link:
http://www.trust.org/services/trustlaw-connect/
