Justice Institution Employees Day is observed in Turkmenistan every June 18. Established by the Assembly of Turkmenistan in 2016, this public holiday highlights the significance of the work done by employees in the justice system, which includes the Ministry of Adalat, provincial adalat departments, and various legal offices. The Ministry of Adalat, originally named the Ministry of Justice, was founded in 1993 and renamed in 2003, with the primary role of safeguarding the rights and interests of both Turkmen citizens and foreign residents. The justice institutions provide legal consultations, document legalization, civil status registrations, and real estate title registrations. This day serves to recognize the contributions of those working in the justice sector, although it is noted that Turkmenistan faces criticism for human rights abuses, casting doubt on the effectiveness of its justice system. As with many professional observances, the holiday is typically a working day unless it coincides with a weekend.