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Closing the Justice and Inequality Gap

We mitigate human rights violations in the criminal justice system, drastically reduce wrongful incarceration, and positively impact the lives of those imprisoned due to socio-economic factors.

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Promoting Reformation, Reducing Recidivism:

We co-design model reformation homes and foster public-private partnerships with the Correctional Centre towards reducing re-offending and contributing to the creation of safer communities. We work with the correctional service to create an enabling environment for positive behavioural change in inmates.

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Transforming Institutions

We use restorative justice, other alternative measures and technology to prevent unnecessary entry into the criminal justice system. We enhance Feminist policies within the criminal justice system.

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VISION

We envision a society that protects the dignity of every individual, upholds justice for all, and fosters safer communities.

MISSION

We are closing the justice and re-offending gap using diversionary measures, preventive actions, legal support, evidence-based advocacy and technology.

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Hours of Pro Bono Legal Service

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Indigent Incarcerated Individuals supported

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Justice stakeholders engaged

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Pretrial Detainees represented

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Correctional Facilities Engaged

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Incarcerated women Empowered

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Diversion & Restorative Justice Program

Death Penalty Program

The Inside Out Hub (3R Program)

The Aisha Justice Program (Gender & Criminal Justice)

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Closing the justice & reoffending gap using early intervention legal & reformatory support, advocacy & technology. #SDG16 #EndSARS #AccesstoJustice

HOPE BEHIND BARS AFRICA (Criminal Justice Reforms) @hopebehindbar ·

14 Oct

A Very Happy Birthday to our Board Member, Mentor and Friend of @hopebehindbar Mr. Stanley Ibe (@ukwuomaibe), an International Development expert and Senior Partner at Goodshare & Maxwells.

We appreciate you on your special day. Thank you for your continued support to the…

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14 Oct

Join us to wish Mr. Akintunde Babatunde (@olorunwababs), Programs Director of @CJIDAfrica a very happy birthday. You've been a great friend to our organization and we sincerely appreciate the work you do.

Have an amazing year ahead!

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HOPE BEHIND BARS AFRICA (Criminal Justice Reforms) @hopebehindbar ·

11 Oct

Happy International Day of the Girl Child!

Today, we honor the strength, resilience, and limitless potential of girls across Africa and all around the world.

Let’s work together to ensure every girl has access to opportunities and the freedom to pursue her dreams.…

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Asabe Waziri Justice Advocacy Initiative @awjai_official ·

11 Oct

During our visit to the Apo Police Station, led by Magistrate Abdulmajid Oniyangi, we joined forces with @hopebehindbar, @citizen_gavel, the Administration of Criminal Justice Monitoring Committee, @infoacjmcngorg1 and Nigerian Law School Externs to stand up for justice.

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11 Oct

Is the Death Penalty a just punishment? Can it deter crime?

For #WorldDayAgainsttheDeathPenalty, we took to the streets to hear the thoughts of young Nigerians on the death penalty.

Watch this powerful video to discover their responses on this critical issue. How would you…

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Ashoka Africa @ashokaafrica ·

11 Oct

7️⃣ Meet #AshokaFellow @thefunkeadeoye! She is on a mission to transform the prison experience in #Nigeria by empowering inmates through legal aid, psychosocial support, and innovative income-generating initiatives. Read more: https://buff.ly/485NyGv
#Africa @hopebehindbar

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Watch Our Impact Stories

Our Partners

Status Granted

What We Do

Diversion & Restorative Justice Program

Death Penalty Program

The Inside Out Hub (3R Program)

The Aisha Justice Program (Gender & Criminal Justice)

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