VOICES OF WOMEN BEHIND BARS

VISION
The society and the Criminal Justice System as proactive agents of transformation enabling every person to experience mutual respect and dignity; towards healing, restoration and reconciliation
MISSION
Facilitate psycho-social rehabilitation of inmates
Facilitate equal life opportunities for inmates and their families
Establish mechanisms that would facilitate healing and reconciliation, create spaces to help people to experience restoration
Support and equip the CJS staff to effectively function as agents of transformation in the lives of inmates
Work on crime prevention at the community level
Facilitate networking, advocacy and referral services
Support and empower victims of crime
Prevent recidivism
Promote research on Criminal Justice System and support innovative initiatives.
PROGRAMS
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Psycho-social support for inmates (both convicts & under-trials)
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Legal aid support & follow-ups with legal fraternity
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Need based support for children of convicts
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Life skills & Livelihood training for women convicts
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Skills training and stress mgt support for prison staff
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Support families of male convicts, particularly women-headed households
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Equip and Support families of Prison Staff
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Research and Advocacy