Author Archives: Jean-Andre Butcher

Geoff Budlender SC Honoured with George Bizos Human Rights Award

Celebrating Geoff Budlender SC: A Lifetime of Leadership in Justice and Equality with the George Bizos Human Rights Award We are honoured to announce that Geoff Budlender SC has been named the fourth recipient of the George Bizos Human Rights Award, an accolade that recognizes exceptional leadership and lifelong dedication to the cause of justice […]

Empowering Our Youth with Sexual & Reproductive Health Knowledge

In South Africa today, girls in public schools face significant barriers to accessing education. From alarmingly high rates of teen pregnancy to escalating violence against young women, these challenges put their futures at risk. The Legal Resources Centre (LRC) has taken a stand against this injustice with our Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) Project—an […]

Communal Land Rights Act: A Landmark Case for Land Tenure

Learn about the history of the Communal Land Rights Act, why it was declared unconstitutional, and the role of the Legal Resources Centre in securing land rights for millions of South Africans. What is the History of Land Tenure for Black South Africans During Apartheid? The history of land tenure for black South Africans during […]

Shaping South Africa’s Constitution

The Legal Resources Centre played a pivotal role in drafting South Africa’s Constitution, helping to enshrine democratic values, social justice, and human rights, while continuing to protect and promote these principles through strategic litigation and advocacy in the post-apartheid era. As South Africa transitioned from apartheid to democracy, the Legal Resources Centre (LRC) played a […]