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PRESS RELEASE: AdvocAid and CARL Urge Investigation into Alleged Excessive Use of Force by the Sierra Leone Police on Protestors
AdvocAid and the Centre for Accountability and Rule of Law (CARL) have carefully followed reports relating to the clashes between the Sierra Leone Police and supporters of the opposition All Peoples Congress (APC) on 31st May, 2019. The Sierra Leone Police should be reminded it is their responsibility to protect and respect citizens’ right to peaceful assembly. We note that the responsibility of ensuring public order and internal security rests with the police, but they are bound to do so whilst maintaining regard for the rights of citizens.
PRESS RELEASE: Second AdvocAid client granted appeal on murder conviction after over ten years in detention
AdvocAid is pleased to announce that yet another appeal on behalf of one of our clients was granted by the Court of Appeal this week. Our client, Alpha* had his sentence quashed on Tuesday February 12th, following a more than four-year wait for judgement.
PRESS RELEASE: AdvocAid client granted appeal on murder conviction after over nine years in detention
AdvocAid is delighted to announce that today our appeal on behalf of our client Aminata* was granted by the Court of Appeal. Her sentence has been quashed, following an almost four-year wait for judgement.
“Kolonko” Documentary and AdvocAid featured in The Guardian
Following the launch of “Kolonko”, a documentary to mark the International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers, the harassment and abuse faced by these women as well as the work of AdvocAid has been featured in an article by The Guardian newspaper.
Winter Newsletter 2018
Read our Executive Director’s seasonal message for Winter 2018.
Online launch of documentary ‘Kolonko’ showing harassment and violence faced by sex workers
On December 17th 2018, to coincide with International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers, AdvocAid will be launching the documentary ‘Kolonko’ online.
A throwback to 2016: This is how AdvocAid celebrated its 10 year anniversary!
In 2016, AdvocAid proudly celebrated 10 years of providing access to justice. Founded by four volunteers in 2006, we have evolved to become a 36 (wo)man strong team delivering free legal aid and education programmes across ten of Sierra Leone’s major...
AdvocAid is looking for Legal Interns and Fellows!
We are looking for university students or graduates with an interest in criminal law and human rights who want to gain experience in the human rights sphere.
AdvocAid is looking for Development Interns!
To address funding volatility and strengthen our visibility, AdvocAid is seeking a Development Intern to support fundraising, communications, and capacity building. We are looking for an ambitious self-starter to research and respond to funding opportunities, and to help strengthen our external communications.
AdvocAid welcomes new Executive Director and Legal Officer
AdvocAid is proud to welcome two new staff members to its team in Sierra Leone. Rebecca Wood joins the organisation as Executive Director, whereas Josephine Hinga is our new Legal Officer.