Just Detention International

08/17/2026

JDI's statement on the Department of Justice findings that California women's prisons failed to stop sexual abuse.

08/11/2026

Join us next week for an inspiring conversation with three formerly incarcerated people whose artwork is featured in From the Inside, an exhibition we are presenting in partnership with The Judith Center in Los Angeles.

The artists will discuss their works and creative process and why art programs can be so powerful for incarcerated people.

To register, visit: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4eNcpnu3RcKSTv1s9ax8Cw?_gl=1*1i04v0z*_gcl_au*NTI5ODM5MjE5LjE3ODI5MzA2ODEuMTA2MTI0NzU3Ny4xNzg1ODU2MTE3LjE3ODU4NTYxMTYuMTU0NzEyODQ2NS4xNzg1ODU2MTE3LjE3ODU4NTYxMTY.*_ga*MTg1NTc3MDU5MC4xNzgyOTMwNjgy*_ga_L8TBF28DDX*czE3ODU4NTYxMDYkbzIkZzEkdDE3ODU4NTY3MTUkajUyJGwwJGgw #/registration

07/14/2026

Everyone deserves to live with safety and dignity. ICE must be held accountable.

07/13/2026

It is Disability Pride Month!
Incarcerated people with disabilities face severe discrimination and are often targeted for sexual abuse. It is rare for people with disabilities behind bars to find spaces where they can truly celebrate their identities. But this past December, JDI was thrilled to participate in the California Institute for Women's first-ever Disability Pride event, which created a safe, joy-filled space to honor this community. The event featured a moving presentation of the Disability Pride Flag and an art project and poster contest where participants created posters about strength, resilience, beauty, and equity. It was a really powerful event and we were so proud to be a part of it!

07/01/2026

The Trump Administration is attempting to make it impossible for any organization that fights for social justice to get federal funding. Here's what you need to know!
https://justdetention.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Public-Comment-Tip-Sheet.pdf

06/25/2026

"We give people a chance to just be.”
We are so proud of our sister organization JDI-South Africa and the incredible work they do with incarcerated survivors. Learn more about their work facilitating healing through art and the incredible art gallery they helped launch at Leeuwkop Correctional Facility in Johannesburg👇

In Johannesburg, a correctional facility is transforming perceptions with a gallery showcasing inmates' artwork.

06/25/2026

LGBTQ+ people behind bars are disproportionately impacted by sexual abuse in detention and face a myriad of challenges accessing the support and care they need. At JDI, we are committed to fighting for the dignity and respect of LGBTQ+ people behind bars and ensuring that this Pride month, and every month, they are not forgotten.

This beautiful art piece was created by Monte Cristo, an LGBTQ survivor currently incarcerated in California.

06/23/2026

The virtual version of From the Inside, an art exhibition featuring works by incarcerated artists, is now live on our website! Each work tells the story of the artists’ experiences behind bars and of their paths to healing. The pieces also include personal statements from the artists about their process and the meaning of their work.

These works of art are a testament to the courage and resilience of people behind bars. Visit the link below to view these powerful pieces.

https://justdetention.org/exhibition/

If you’re in Los Angeles, you can still see From the Inside in person. The exhibition will be on view at The Judith Center until November 21. Please email The Judith Center at [email protected] to schedule a viewing.

06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth!

06/18/2026

This Saturday was the launch of From the Inside, an art exhibition co-presented by JDI and The Judith Center, featuring works by incarcerated artists.

It was amazing to see so many JDI supporters as well as family and friends of the artists featured, who all came out to see first-hand the incredible courage and creativity on display.

A huge thank you to The Judith Center for partnering with us to shine a light on the resilience of people behind bars. Incarcerated people deserve dignity and respect, and it was an honor to celebrate their stories in this way.

If you’re Los Angeles, you can still see From the Inside in person. The exhibition will be on view until November 21. Please email The Judith Center at [email protected] to schedule a viewing.