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#AccessToJustice⚖️ Following a court process that began at the end of 2022, we have been able to have a successful conviction where the perpetrator concerned has been sentenced to 20 years as of 27th March 2024 for trafficking and exploiting 3 Ugandan women to Kenya. (Read more: https://shorturl.at/aKMX1) This is one of the cases that will be able to set precedence on how Trafficking in Persons will be managed overall within the country. We are keen to see what the next steps will be -such as an appeal from the concerned parties or if they will accept the ruling. For now, we are grateful to see an expedited process in being able to have access to justice for victims of #humantrafficking. Even though this does not restore what was lost for the survivors, we are happy that they can have some form of access to justice through our criminal justice processes. More updates will be shared as the case develops. #fighthumantrafficking #HAARTKenya UNODC Commonwealth 8.7 Network

The Ethiopian Federal Police announced that multiple human traffickers have been convicted and sentenced to prison terms ranging from one year to 25 years, along with fines of up to 410,000 Birr (Approximately $41,000). The sentences, handed down by the Lideta Bench of the Federal First Instance Court, involved 13 separate cases and reflect a strong stance against trafficking. I commend the Ethiopian government, law enforcement, judiciary, and all stakeholders for their relentless efforts in bringing these criminals to justice. This decisive action is a step forward in deterring future crimes and protecting vulnerable individuals from exploitation. While this achievement is commendable, the journey to eradicate human trafficking continues. We must keep working together—across government, NGOs, civil society, and communities—to prevent trafficking, support survivors, and build a safer and just world for all. #JusticeForAll #EndHumanTrafficking #EndModernSlavery #FreedomForAll #FreedomLehulu #FreedomBridgeInitiative #CollaborationForChange (https://lnkd.in/ed883E_b)

In South Africa, only 8.6% of reported rape cases result in a conviction, a stark reminder of the significant barriers faced by survivors within the criminal justice system. This statistic highlights issues such as underreporting, victim-blaming, delayed court proceedings, and a lack of adequate support for survivors. The low conviction rate underscores the need for systemic reform to ensure that victims receive justice and that perpetrators are held accountable. It's crucial to create a justice system that supports survivors and prioritizes their well-being. Mather, L. ‘From reporting to trial – how rape cases fall through the cracks’. Available at: https://lnkd.in/dt5UEa64. (Accessed: 20 November 2024). gbv #genderbasedviolence #daysofactivism #violenceagainstwomen #endgbv #women #domesticviolence #lwap #support #genderequality #everylifehasapurpose #southafrica #survivors

Over 1,000 Arrested in UK Riots: Key Updates British police have made over 1,000 arrests in response to recent riots involving violence, arson, looting, and racially motivated attacks. Here are the key takeaways: - 📅 The riots were triggered by misinformation linking the tragic deaths of three young girls in Southport to an Islamist migrant. - 📍 Unrest spread across cities in England and Northern Ireland. - 👮 The National Police Chiefs' Council reported 1,024 arrests and 575 charges. - 🔒 Many suspects have already received swift and severe sentences. - 🚸 A 13-year-old girl pleaded guilty to violent disorder after attacking a hotel for asylum seekers in Basingstoke. - ⚖️ Prosecutors emphasized the fear caused by such attacks and the concerning involvement of minors.    The situation has echoes of the 2011 riots, where prompt legal action played a crucial role in restoring order. Source: Reuters #UKRiots #LawEnforcement #CommunitySafety #Justice #UKNews

🔍 Our recent infographic uses statistics to shed light on the realities of domestic violence and access to justice in North Macedonia. Despite a staggering 61% surge in domestic violence complaints from 2018 to 2022, only 24% of cases made it to court, and a mere 1% resulted in prison sentences by 2022. These numbers underscore the need for effective policies and measures to ensure the safety of all women and girls. 👉 For more data: https://lnkd.in/gyfqeExy #WomenCount | #GEF | #EndDomesticViolence | #NorthMacedonia | #GenderDataBootcamp

Justice is key to ending violence against women and girls. By holding perpetrators accountable, we build a future of zero tolerance for abuse. Together, we can break the cycle. 🧡 #16DaysOfActivism #EndGBV #OrangeTheWorld

In the municipality of La Cañada, in the Venezuelan state of Zulia, no one is spared from extortion. Up to seven criminal gangs extort a range of local industries. Now, they are even turning their attention to local schools, demanding a dollar fee for each child attending class. The La Cañada municipality registered the highest murder rate in Zulia state in 2023, with 69.7 homicides per 100,000 inhabitants. That is nearly three times Venezuela’s national rate, according to InSight Crime’s 2023 homicide round-up. La Cañada also registered the highest number of hire-to-kill assassinations in Zulia, the hits ordered by armed gangs. The municipality also posted the third highest number of extortions in the state, according to the Venezuelan Violence Observatory (Observatorio Venezolano de Violencia – OVV). Behind this criminal wave lies the paradox of a wealthy town where abundance led not to prosperity, but to unwanted attention from criminal gangs. https://bit.ly/443GBDR

Over 15,800 Penalized for Domestic Violence in Uzbekistan In 2024, over 15,800 individuals in Uzbekistan faced legal action for domestic violence, including 399 criminal charges. Administrative penalties included 9,210 fines and 6,217 detentions. Criminal cases resulted in 126 prison sentences and 255 corrective labor penalties. For more: https://lnkd.in/dujKMBGj #DomesticViolence #UzbekistanNews #Kunuz #LegalAction

Domestic violence has become decriminalised in Australia. Victims ignored, police not charging perpetrators or dropping charges without even notifying the victim, courts letting perpetrators off with fines, perpetrators given permanent visas, victims told to just ignore breaches, victims threatened with intervention orders due to cross applications, family court allowing violent parents access to children, victims being made homeless by the family court, organisations failing to mandatory report when children are witnessing domestic violence, victims not being protected and forced to flee, support services not supporting victims and often not answering calls or returning them, support services refusing to help victims. This list goes on! When will the Australian Government turn the talk into actions? #domesticviolence #enddv #abuse #victim #survivor #shatteringthedarkness #nomore

#Featurefriday: Chapter 4- Data Analysis and Interpretation This chapter provides insight into the conditions of Nigeria's juvenile justice system by analyzing data from interviews and surveys with judicial officers, police, prison officials, and inmates across 15 states. Findings show that facilities and services are both quantitatively and qualitatively inadequate, failing to meet international standards such as the UN Rules on juvenile justice. These shortfalls—due to policy flaws, underfunding, and punitive programs—turn institutions into warehouses of punishment rather than centres of correction and rehabilitation. What do you think can be done to improve juvenile justice facilities in Nigeria? 💬👇 📖 Read the full book https://lnkd.in/dyyuA7ev on our website.   Stay tuned for the next chapter! #ImpactandLegacy  #InnocentChukwuemekaChukwumalives  #InnocentChukwumalives Josephine Effah-Chukwuma Etannibi Alemika, PhD Benson Olugbuo CLEEN Foundation