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Standing with Incarcerated Mothers on World Day of Social Justice
On World Day of Social Justice, the Justice Nest team visited Lang’ata Women’s Prison to mark the day under the theme Justice for All. Our mission was clear: to provide legal services, listen to the stories of women in remand, and advocate for their rights. For many of the women we met, the reality of their situation is heartbreaking. They are mothers, separated from their children, and trapped in a system that often feels unjust.
Many of the women we spoke to are mothers, some of whom have been separated from their children for months or even years. Their stories are a stark reminder of the human cost of systemic injustice. Some have bail set as low as Ksh 3,000 (~$20), yet they remain in remand, unable to pay. Others shared how their legal processes felt unfair from the very beginning, leaving them feeling voiceless and forgotten. One woman tearfully told us, “I don’t even know where my children are. I haven’t seen them since I was arrested. All I want is a chance to be with them again.”
During our visit, the Justice Nest team conducted one-on-one sessions with over 97 potential clients, offering legal advice and interviewing women to understand their cases better. We educated them on the trial process, their rights, and the importance of legal representation. For many, this was the first time they felt heard and understood. Our team also identified cases where we could provide direct legal representation, ensuring that these women have a fair chance at justice.
At Justice Nest, we believe in diversion, especially for mothers, as a way to restore dignity and hope. Justice is not a privilege—it’s a right. This visit reinforced our commitment to advocating for restorative justice and equitable access to legal representation for all.
The stories we heard at Lang’ata Women’s Prison will guide our work in the coming months. We are committed to providing legal representation to the women we interviewed, advocating for policy changes that address systemic injustices, and continuing our efforts to ensure that no one is denied justice due to socio-economic barriers.
This visit was a powerful reminder of the systemic barriers that many face and the urgent need for accessible legal services. It also reinforced our commitment to advocating for restorative justice and equitable access to legal representation for all.
Together, we can create a world where justice is not just a privilege for the few but a right for all.
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