A community paralegal, also known as a grassroots legal advocate or a barefoot lawyer, is a community resource person and mobiliser, trained in basic law and legal procedures and in skills like mediation, negotiation, education, and advocacy.

In 2013, a group of 20 expert advocates from across Africa gathered for a three-day symposium to share experiences and practical strategies for effectively supporting communities to protect their lands and natural resources.

Constitution of Dominican Republic 2015

The constitution was drafted by the National Constituent Assembly and signed by the President of the Republic , the Head of the Government and the President of the National Constituent Assembly.