Global Constitution

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.

It is funded by the Dutch Research Council (NWO) under the Spinoza Price awarded to Prof. Joyeeta Gupta. It explores how a 21st-century Global Constitution could address today’s global challenges without marginalizing local issues. By inviting diverse perspectives, we aim to shape a framework for a more just and sustainable world.

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

Governance structures are often shaped by elite institutions and policymakers, leaving little room for broader societal input. The Open Science Justice Lab challenges this approach by ensuring that discussions on global governance remain accessible to all.
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.

Get Involved

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