Baku - On 3 June 2019, within the framework of “E-Learning Solutions to Support Justice Academy of the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Azerbaijan Phase II”, project implemented by IOM Azerbaijan with the Azerbaijan Bar Association and financed by U.S. Department of State (INL), an official visit was organized to the Regional Legal Aid Center based at Masalli ASAN Service.

The visitors had a chance to see the ASAN service operation and to monitor the work of the Legal Aid Center.  The victors received brief information from the consultants working in the center about the positive progress achieved for the period starting from February. During the discussions, it was mentioned by the consultant lawyers that the existence of such a center is giving positive results and the level of quality of service that individuals are receiving is encouraging sign and have prompted a significant interest. Thus, a huge gratitude is expressed by the individuals receiving the free legal service in this Center.

Furthermore, as a part of the project activities, visitors witnessed the beneficiaries getting reimbursements for the costs incurred during the court proceedings.  These beneficiaries are individuals who received legal assistance during the last month. The activity was successfully carried out and beneficiaries showed their appreciation for the service provided.