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What does EQUITY and INCLUSION mean for us? We want to contribute to a criminal justice system that truly serves the public interest. We acknowledge our past failures and are determined to eliminate systemic discrimination and the over-representation of Indigenous, First Nation, Métis, Inuit, Black and marginalized community members. We seek to be equitable, accessible, accommodating, and inclusive by design. We are strengthened by people of diverse heritages, faiths, cultures, abilities, and cognitive functioning. See this Value in action! The PPSC established an Advancement Centre for Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (EDIA). The Advancement Centre for EDIA contributed to the establishment of five National Councils for Employees: Employees Living with a Disability, Indigenous employees, Black employees, Racialized employees, and the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.  To find out more about what we do, check out our annual report! https://lnkd.in/gJ8s9TmF   #PPSCvalues

On this Human Rights Day, the Elizabeth Fry Society of Saskatchewan is shining a critical light on the overrepresentation of Indigenous women in Canadian prisons. In Saskatchewan, nearly 95% of women in custody are Indigenous. Their journey through the legal system unveils systemic challenges that demand our urgent attention and collective action. Indigenous women face disproportionate barriers, from historical injustices to socio-economic disparities, leading to higher rates of incarceration. Today, let's stand in solidarity, acknowledging the need for meaningful change to address this alarming issue. Empowering Indigenous communities, properly resourcing communities, supporting culturally relevant programs, and advocating for justice reforms are vital steps toward breaking the cycle. It's time to amplify Indigenous voices, ensure their rights are respected, and work towards a justice system that promotes healing and reconciliation. As we mark International Human Rights Day, let's commit to dismantling the root causes of overrepresentation, fostering awareness, and championing policies that foster equity. Together, we can build a future where the rights of Indigenous women are upheld and celebrated. #HumanRightsDay #buildcommunitiesnotprisons #IndigenousRights #JusticeForIndigenousWomen #DecolonizeJustice #InclusiveCanada

On this Juneteenth, MSCE takes a moment to reflect on the significance of this historic day. Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, marking a crucial step forward in the long and ongoing struggle for equality and justice. As healthcare professionals, we recognize the deep-rooted health disparities that continue to impact communities of color. Our mission to provide equitable, high-quality care for all is closely tied to the broader fight for social justice and racial equality. Today, we reaffirm our commitment to addressing systemic inequities in healthcare access and outcomes. We will continue to educate ourselves and others about the social determinants of health, advocate for policies that promote health equity, and work to build a more diverse and inclusive healthcare workforce. On this Juneteenth, we honor the resilience and strength of the Black community, and we stand in solidarity with all those working to build a more just and equitable society. Together, we can create a future where every individual, regardless of race or background, has the opportunity to live a healthy, thriving life. #Juneteenth #HealthEquity #SocialJustice #MSCE

International Women's Day 2024 is an opportunity not only to celebrate women, but to fight against inequality. This inequality is starkly presented in Victoria’s criminal justice system, where women—particularly First Nations women—are severely overrepresented. Indigenous women are 21 times more likely to go to prison than non-Indigenous women and are incarcerated at an alarming rate, with First Nations women being the fastest-growing cohort of Australians in prison. The Torch recently participated in the Keeping Women Out of the Justice System study, which found that the majority of women in prison are victims of abuse, leading to mental and physical health issues, drug and alcohol use, homelessness and financial insecurity. It found that many women in custody are low risk offenders on short sentences or are held unsentenced on remand. But even a short period of incarceration can have a devastating effect on First Nations women who are at risk of losing their children, homes, jobs and connection to community—factors which all contribute to repeat offending. So what can be done to break this cycle? We know that programs like The Torch strengthen First Nations women’s self-esteem, confidence, connection to culture and community. You can also show your support for the women of The Torch by purchasing or licensing an artwork and sharing this post with a friend. "You know how things happen for reason and how I had to do jail and I had to do a long sentence. The seven years gave me plenty of time to do lots of healing and as a result it was just convenient as well to chip away at my artwork and accumulate a deposit for a home loan." - Stacey Edwards, Taungurung/Boonwurrung peoples https://thetorch.org.au/

If you’re attending the National Conference on Higher Education in Prison November 9-11, 2023, check out this session with Tenaj Moody-Perry, M.S., LBS! #highereducation #prisoneducation #survivors #genderbasedviolence #genderresponsiveprogramming #genderresearch #research #traumaawareness #trauma

Photos speaks of the 20/10/2023, maiden capacity building workshop and the aim is to; 1. Impact knowledge into our teaming youths in the disability Community to learn how to speak up for themselves and advocate for others whenever their rights are violated or are not met as put together in the Constitution. Know your rights, use it to protect yourself. 2. To learn how to constructively engage with the Government and NOT confront them, be accountable and sustainable.

Juneteenth is not only a celebration of freedom but a poignant reminder of the enduring impact of slavery and segregation on our communities.  Despite progress, the legacies of these injustices persist in the form of racial disparities in housing, education, healthcare, and employment. As we recognize #Juneteenth, we must also recognize the need to address systematic inequities and to fight for true equality and justice.  At #Uncornered, Juneteenth inspires us to continue to work toward a future filled with peace, where thriving is possible for all, not just some. #UncorneredUS #EndGunViolence #Juneteenth2024

***BASNET Survey on Race Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the UK Modern Slavery Sector*** This survey is targeted at CEOs, Trustees and Senior Managers of the UK Antislavery and Anti-Trafficking organisations. The primary objective of the survey is to systematically gather data on advancements made in the realm of Race Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) within the UK's modern slavery sector. The UK BME Anti-Slavery Network (BASNET) unveiled its Race EDI Action Plan in July 2021 to establish mechanisms to hold the UK modern slavery sector accountable in addressing issues related to racial disparities, diversity, and inclusiveness. For a comprehensive review of the Action Plan, kindly refer to the following link: https://lnkd.in/eeE9X3pF Click on the link below to complete the survey. https://lnkd.in/euWTBtNn AFRUCA - Safeguarding Children AFRUCA - SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN Dalitso Koroma Debbie Ariyo OBE Naeema Ahmed

Reason 12: The Voice supports the right to self-determination. Self-determination is the right to make decisions about matters that affect people’s lives. It supports all other rights, such as the rights to non-discrimination, participation, and development. The Voice provides a mechanism through which First Nations people can be involved in decisions that impact them, both collectively and individually.   Reason 11: The Voice improves access to justice. The Uluru Statement highlights that youth justice and child removal systems have disproportionately and devastatingly impacted First Nations children, young people, and their families. Countless attempts to address systemic failures have fallen short. The Voice offers a new structural change in response to the urgent need for improved access to justice.

CEPP recognizes that racial inequity and disparities persist at every phase of the criminal legal system, with devastating effects on BIPOC communities. In our racial equity and community engagement work, we meaningfully engage system stakeholders and community members to address racial disparities, center the experiences of impacted communities, facilitate change, and promote community well-being and improved system outcomes. Learn more about CEPP's racial equity and community engagement work.