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About Kisii Prison Justice Center
Kisii Prison Justice Centre was Launched on 11th June 2021 after a 5-day intensive virtual prison paralegal training for 30 inmates and 5 prison constable at Kisii Main Prison.
The paralegals were sensitized on the criminal law and procedure, court systems, drafting of pleadings, prosecution and the role of prosecutors, self-representation in criminal matters and paralegalism.
After the training the graduands were issued with certificates.
The trained inmates and warders have been able to offer free legal aid services to other inmates and more than 5,000 inmates have since been released.
The benefits accruing from the establishment and training of prison justice centres extend beyond individual cases to include general communal and societal benefits such asspeedy processing of cases; fair and impartial trials; and the reduction of prison populations while ensuring that justice is fair and accessible.
The trained inmates and warders have been able to offer free legal aid services to other inmates and more than 5,000 inmates have since been released.
The benefits accruing from the establishment and training of prison justice centres extend beyond individual cases to include general communal and societal benefits such asspeedy processing of cases; fair and impartial trials; and the reduction of prison populations while ensuring that justice is fair and accessible.
Brief background of the Organization
Vihiga Community Justice Centre also known as Ebusiratsi Welfare and Development Association (EWADA) is a Community based organization located in Vihiga County. The organization brings together committed individuals from various civil society organizations, with various skills and experiences from diverse backgrounds.
It was registered as a Community Based Organization under section 10 of the societies act at the registrar of societies attorney general’s office on 8th July 2009.
The organization was formed as a result of the need to have well-informed and organized citizens and for equipping citizens with skills to effectively participate and engage in Human rights issues, governance and access to justice.
The organization has participated in many key activities and has been a key factor in promoting civic knowledge and enhancing good governance. It has a secretariat that runs the day-to-day activities and reports to the Management Board. The organization has established has extensive networks Vihiga county.