Just Detention International is a health and human rights organization that seeks to end sexual abuse in all forms of detention.
Ivory, Texas
Ivory, Texas
While working as a porter at a Texas state prison, Ivory was repeatedly sexually assaulted by a female corrections officer. He attempted to report the abuse, but was told that there was nothing that could be done since she was an officer and he was an inmate.
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JDI Programs September 29, 2020JDI Office Hours
At our monthly office hours session, JDI will be fielding questions on providing victim services for prisoners, which has become more challenging during the pandemic.
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Tampa Bay Times September 17, 2020No consequences after Florida officers admit to sexually abusing inmates, lawsuit says
JDI National Advocacy Director Julie Abbate comments on the culture of impunity at a federal prison in Florida.
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JDI Press Release September 15, 2020Congrats, Linda!
JDI announced that Linda McFarlane, a veteran advocate and JDI’s longtime Deputy Executive Director, will take over next month as the organization’s new Executive Director.
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Just Detention International July 30, 2020Help Protect Children in Custody
Right now, children are in danger — but you can help protect them. Join us in taking action to stop the sexual abuse of kids in custody.
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Just Detention International July 16, 2020JDI mourns the passing of David Kaiser
Everyone at Just Detention International is heartbroken by the passing of David Kaiser, former Chair of its Board of Directors.
