Just Detention International is a health and human rights organization that seeks to end sexual abuse in all forms of detention.
Johanna, California
Johanna, California
Johanna was raped by her work supervisor while serving time at a California state prison. After reporting her rapist, Johanna faced severe retaliation, and was eventually transferred to a prison in Nevada. A member of JDI’s Survivor Council, Johanna is a leading advocate in the fight to ensure the safety of incarcerated people.
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Just Detention International June 13, 2026From the Inside: A Virtual Exhibition
Check out the incredible art on display as part of From the Inside, a exhibition from The Judith Center and JDI that features works by currently and formerly incarcerated people.
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Univision Área de la Bahía August 26, 2026California Faces a Federal Ultimatum Over Sexual Abuse of Incarcerated Women
JDI's Nicole de la Torre appeared on Univision's Bay Area affiliate to discuss a Department of Justice report on sexual abuse in California's women's prisons.
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AP June 23, 2026South African prisons open art galleries to showcase inmates’ work
JDI-South Africa's extraordinary art program at Leeuwkop Correctional Centre is featured in this story from the Associated Press.
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Michigan Public June 1, 2026She reported a sexual assault at North Lake. ICE deported her before the investigation was over.
JDI staff provided context for this powerful segment on Michigan Public, an NPR affiliate, on ICE's failure to protect a trans woman in its custody.
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Just Detention International and The Judith Center March 18, 2026Save the Date!
From the Inside, a forthcoming art exhibition, features nearly one hundred works from formerly and currently incarcerated people. Opens June 13 in downtown Los Angeles.
