Just Detention International is a health and human rights organization that seeks to end sexual abuse in all forms of detention.
Gregory, Illinois
Gregory, Illinois
A prisoner in Illinois, Gregory was sexually assaulted by a staff member during a strip search. After courageously reporting the abuse, Gregory was sent to solitary confinement as punishment.
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Columbus Dispatch December 13, 2019Ohio’s juvenile prisoners report highest rate of sexual victimization in nation
The latest Department of Justice report on sexual abuse in youth detention found that, once again, Ohio's facilities ranked dead last.
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The Associated Press December 11, 2019Fewer kids report sex abuse in US juvenile detention centers
The Associated Press includes commentary from JDI in its deep dive into the Bureau of Justice Statistics' new study on sexual abuse in youth detention.
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JDI Press Release December 11, 2019New government report on sexual abuse in youth detention
A report by the Department of Justice finds that sexual abuse has decreased significantly in youth detention facilities. But, regrettably, the report omits key findings that could help both advocates and corrections officials prevent this violence.
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JDI Action Update November 1, 2019Check out JDI's most recent Action Update newsletter!
In this issue, we take you to the front lines of the fight to end prisoner rape.
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The Philadelphia Inquirer October 23, 2019Trans prisoner was pepper-sprayed and says he was invasively searched at Philly’s female jail
Far too many detention facilities have policies that look good on paper but, in practice, fail to protect prisoners — especially prisoners who are transgender.
Please don't wait. I need you in the fight to end prisoner rape. We will never, ever give up — until this crisis is over.
Tom Cahill, JDI Survivor Council and Former JDI President
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