Thursday, April 16, 2009

United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime: Justice and Prison Reform

Fair and effective criminal justice systems which ensure respect for the human rights of all those involved are a prerequisite for combating crime and for building societies based on the rule of law. UNODC assists States in developing strategies to reform all the aspects of their criminal justice systems, with particular emphasis on vulnerable groups. Through its field office network, the Office has developed projects in the areas of juvenile justice, penal reform and support to victims. It has also prepared assessment tools and manuals in all areas of criminal justice reform, based on United Nations standards and norms in crime prevention and criminal justice. More information can be found here.

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