
Дата: 11.01.2026
On January 11, 2020, thousands of judges, prosecutors and lawyers from Poland and other European countries marched the streets of Warsaw to demonstrate with citizens the need for the independence of the judiciary.
The anniversary of the "March of a Thousand Togs" reminds us of the essence of judicial independence, which requires not only independence in making daily professional decisions, but also - solidarity and courage of the public opposition wherever the independence of judges is systematically attacked, which directly threatens the rights and freedoms of citizens.
Judicial independence is not a privilege of judges, but rather - the right of citizens.
Judicial associations are seeking to establish January 11 as the independent judiciary day, celebrated on the anniversary of the Thousand Togs March. We believe these efforts remain relevant even today as democratic values are shifting around the world.
We want to reinforce the belief that the independence of justice and the independence of judges serve above all else the safety and protection of citizens. Therefore, the Board of the Association of Polish Judges "Iustitia" came up with the initiative, that starting from 2026, the week beginning on January 11 be celebrated annually in Poland as the Week of Independent Judiciary.
Only independent, legally appointed judges and independent courts and prosecutors' office free from political pressure can fully protect the interests of people, who bring their cases to Polish justice. Every citizen has the right to use the help of lawyers and legal advisers, who do their profession without any pressure from the authorities.
We dream of the times when we will no longer have to stress until boredom, constantly that if the judiciary - then it is independent, and if the judges - then they will not fail. And when no politician will be able to convince anyone that he has the right to decide on judge appointments and career decisions.
??We cordially encourage you to support our initiative by engaging in events related to the anniversary of the March of a Thousand Togs and other activities, which will be discussed until January 17 this year. we will inform you on our website: instagram.com/iustitiapolska and on the social media portal IUSTITIA Stowarzyszenie Se?dzio?w Polskich , www.iustitia.pl ,
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