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Standing up for the innocent
In Kenya, it’s easy for a corrupt or incompetent police officer to frame and imprison, torture, or even kill an innocent person for a crime they did not commit.
Kenyan prisons are overcrowded and full of innocent people, but without a lawyer to fight for their release, they have no way out—and police who abuse their power to falsely arrest, extort or murder innocent men and women are not held accountable. Learn more about Police Abuse of Power.
There’s another side to the problem—when law enforcement does not arrest the real perpetrators of crime, violent criminals are not brought to justice. As a result, sexual predators assault children without fear of any consequences; sexual violence is rampant.
We’re strengthening the ability of law enforcement to protect vulnerable children and helping police to hold abusive officers accountable.
We Rescue Victims
We identify victims falsely accused of crimes and provide legal representation to exonerate them for crimes they did not commit.
Bring Criminals to Justice
We support law enforcement to initiate investigations and prosecutions in cases of police abuse, including cases of malicious charging, police brutality and extrajudicial killings.
Restore Survivors
We help survivors of police abuse rebuild their lives after rescue and release from prison through trauma therapy, assistance securing employment and more, as well as provide support to their families while they are imprisoned.
Strengthen Justice Systems
We are working with government partners to restrain and deter police abuse and to hold police officers accountable for their actions. We also provide training to police and prosecutors on how to investigate and properly charge criminals, and we help churches and communities support survivors of police abuse.
We Rescue Victims
We rescue victims of sexual violence by partnering with Kenyan authorities, hospitals and community members to remove children from danger and address their immediate needs.
Bring Criminals to Justice
In cases of sexual violence, we bring criminals to justice by helping law enforcement and prosecutors to adequately investigate and present strong evidence in court.
Restore Survivors
We provide trauma-focused therapy for child survivors of sexual violence, helping them share the truth in court if they choose to testify, and ensuring that their families have the strong foundation they need to thrive.
Strengthen Justice Systems
We provide regular training and hands-on mentoring to Criminal Investigations Department and investigating officers as well as partner hospital staff.
Our Team in Kenya
