Human rights
The Vision
To improve access to justice, contribute to the development of Restorative Justice in Nigeria and defend the Human Rights of underserved people behind bars.
To improve access to justice, contribute to the development of Restorative Justice in Nigeria and defend the Human Rights of underserved people behind bars.
Creating peaceful, healthier and accountable communities by Restoring Justice to victims as well as to offenders.
We are committed to restoring peace and justice, by strengthening communities through Restorative Justice practices in Nigeria and across Africa.
Our solution focuses on free legal representation for low income earners detained in correctional facilities without trial, especially women and children in trouble with the law.
We also reach out to communities that have been affected by crime and engage in dialogue with the community leaders and victims of crimes as well as provide rehabilitation and reintegration programs for offenders.
Finally, we train law enforcement officers on the principles of human rights and international best practices.
At Restorative Justice for Africa, we move the world into Restoring Peace and Justice in Nigeria and across Africa.
We connect volunteer lawyers to indigent persons in Correctional facilities who cannot afford legal representation.
We raise awareness about the impact Restorative Justice can make for the Justice delivery system in Nigeria...
We conduct routine trainings for stakeholders in the Criminal Justice System which include Police Officers, Legal Practitioners...
We campaign for institutional reforms in Juvenile Justice Administration in Nigeria
We also ensure that custodial centres are true correctional facilities for women by ensuring that they cater to the hygiene needs of women behind bars.
We design programs and welfare interventions to meet the needs of inmates and also help those who are released to plan for their life after prison.
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If you have a particular cause you are passionate about in terms of Restorative Justice across Africa, most assuredly, REJA is the perfect place to start!
Restorative Justice for Africa (REJA) is a non-governmental organization that is committed to restoring peace and justice by strengthening communities through Restorative Justice Practices in Nigeria and across Africa.