Understanding the Barometer Method

Key Processes:

1. Research and Data Collection

• • Choose Country: Select a specific country for analysis.
  • Choose Specific Groups/Issues: Identify specific vulnerable groups or legal issues.
  • Desk Research: Conduct thorough background research.
  • Field Mission: Engage local legal experts and possibly research partners to gather detailed data.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Contact relevant stakeholders for insights and data validation.

2. Barometer Report Creation

• • Data Analysis: Analyze the collected data to assess the legal rights’ protection.
  • Identify Gaps: Highlight areas where legal protections are lacking.
  • Develop Recommendations: Provide recommendations to improve legal rights’ protection.
  • Prepare Digital Legal Aid Platform (LAP): Develop a digital platform providing basic legal information and connecting people to affordable legal aid.

3. Implementation and Follow-up

• • Lobbying Activities: Use findings to influence government policies and practices.
  • Create Awareness: Launch PR campaigns to raise awareness about legal protection issues.
  • Distribution and Collaboration: Work with stakeholders to implement recommendations and distribute the digital LAP.

Outcomes:

• Standardized Legal Procedures: Comparable results across countries to set standards for legal procedures and institutions.
• Government Recommendations: Guidance on setting up effective legal aid platforms and improving legal procedures.