Sexual Violence
WEF 2015: How Everyday Violence is Undermining Development
In the midst of this busy week at the World Economic Forum (WEF) I have found myself reflecting on WEF’s slogan of “Improving the State of the...
January 23
Police Abuse of Power
Two Innocent Men Facing Life Imprisonment Finally Set Free
Today in Kenya, two men framed for stealing a police officer’s radio were finally declared innocent. The battle in court has taken two years.
January 21
Slavery
WEF 2015: Putting Justice on the Table in Davos
International Justice Mission President and CEO Gary Haugen is in Davos, Switzerland for the 45th annual World Economic Forum to raise the profile of...
January 21
Sexual Violence
Guatemalan School Principal Sentenced to Nearly 90 Years
An elementary school principal has been sentenced to nearly 90 years in prison for sexually assaulting seven fifth-grade boys under his care. The...
January 16
Violence Against Women & Children
Op-ed: Why Justice Is Essential for Development
On December 4, the Secretary-General released a report called “The Road to Dignity by 2030: Ending Poverty, Transforming All Lives and Protecting the...
January 02
Human Trafficking
48th World Day of Peace: "Slaves no more, but brothers and sisters"
Today marks the 48th World Day of Peace, a day commemorated by the Catholic Church to bring peace to every corner of the globe. Each year, the pope...
January 01
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