Mental Health is a Universal Human Right

Mental Health is a Universal Human Right

Mental health is a vital aspect of overall well-being. It refers to the state of our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Good mental health helps us to cope with the daily demands of life, build healthy relationships with others, and enjoy life to the...
JFJ Addresses Human Rights Breaches During SOEs

JFJ Addresses Human Rights Breaches During SOEs

Human rights violations were a major concern for the Opposition when the States of Public Emergency (SOPE) were declared by the government. According to a recent study by Jamaicans For Justice (JFJ), in the last two years, a total of 104 matters were reported to JFJ...

Legal and Social Concerns over the New Firearms Act

We explore the legal and social concerns that persist, amidst the passage of the new Firearms Act with King’s Council Peter Champagnie and Executive Director at Human Rights Advocacy Group Jamaicans for Justice Mickel Jackson. Watch the full discussion...
JFJ Reports Over 600 Human Rights Violations

JFJ Reports Over 600 Human Rights Violations

Over the past two years, the legal team at Jamaicans for Justice (JFJ) received over 600 complaints of human rights violations. After assessing these cases, nearly 300 were accepted; forming the basis for their annual state of justice report. JFJ is urging the...