About Us
About Us
The Open Science Justice Lab, based at the University of Amsterdam, is dedicated to collaborative research, public engagement, and open-access knowledge sharing to promote research to develop a Global Constitution.

Our Mission
Sharing our Earth
The Open Science Justice Lab brings together scholars, policymakers, activists, and the general public to foster new ways of thinking about governance beyond traditional national frameworks. In an era of fragmented governance, where decision-making is dispersed across multiple national, regional, and international institutions, addressing global challenges—such as climate change, economic inequality, and technological transformation—requires a unified approach. While fragmentation is inevitable, it should not hinder collective action. By embracing the principle of Sharing Our Earth, the Lab promotes collaborative efforts to rethink legal and institutional structures, encouraging a vision of global governance that prioritizes the well-being of both people and the planet, ensuring that governance remains inclusive, just, and effective.
The Global Constitution Project
The Global Constitution Project (2024-2029), a pioneering effort led by Prof. Joyeeta Gupta, winner of the 2023 Spinoza Award explores what a 21st-century Global Constitution aims to create a legitimate framework that defines rights and responsibilities in an increasingly interconnected world.
In response to pressing global challenges such as climate change, economic inequality, legal challenges, and technological transformation, the project invites people from diverse backgrounds to contribute ideas on how governance should evolve to reflect the needs of both present and future generations for both humans and nature.
Global Constitution
A Commitment to Open Science and Public Participation
Through essays, discussions, and interdisciplinary collaboration, the Lab encourages individuals to reflect on the foundations of justice, power, and sustainability at a global level.
The Global Constitution Project is open to contributions from anyone interested in shaping the future of governance. Participants are invited to write essays that explore:
What should be included in a global constitution
How it should be structured
Drafting their own version of such a document

In addition to written contributions, the project also welcomes artistic expressions that creatively engage with these themes. By encouraging participation from a wide range of perspectives, the project aims to foster new ideas and meaningful dialogue on governance structures of the future.