Advocacy for Child Justice

05/06/2026

Mining Should Not Come at the Expense of Human Rights By Juliane Kippenberg Mining pollution has been a fact of life for 15-year-old “Joyce” as long as she can remember. Joyce, whose real name is d…

05/06/2026

𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙙 𝙀𝙣𝙫𝙞𝙧𝙤𝙣𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝘿𝙖𝙮

Protecting our planet is inseparable from protecting our children’s rights. Every child has the right to grow up in a safe, healthy, and sustainable environment. Clean air, safe water, and fertile soil are not privileges, they are fundamental rights that safeguard children’s health, dignity, and future.

02/06/2026

Here is the truth of about sharing and posting children in distress situations.

Premature posting or sharing of children online is a violation of children's rights rights and can is punishable by law.




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02/06/2026

27/05/2026

#𝐖𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲

Children have the right to privacy. This implies that children, including those in conflict with the law should be granted a level of privacy that guarantees dignity, prevents stigma, and ensure their rehabilitation and reintegration as outlined in section 46 of the children's code Act.

20/05/2026

Earlier today, we had an interesting discussion on Restorative Child Justice and diversion on Crown TV's the Royal Breakfast Show.

It has been noted that although significant progress has been made in strengthening child-friendly justice procedures, many members of the public remain unaware of restorative child justice measures including diversion options and children’s rights. The Championing Restorative Child Justice Project aims at rectifying this reality by raising awareness of through various platforms including TV and radio.

19/05/2026

Here is the truth about children in conflict with the law and bail.

12/05/2026

On any given day, our Restorative Child Justice Centre comes alive as a vibrant hub of activities, ranging from football and volleyball to gardening and tailoring. These programs are designed to nurture children’s talents and equip them with practical skills that build confidence and resilience.

These activities are not simply recreational; they are an important part of our programming. Many of the children we support have found themselves in conflict with the law, often due to circumstances beyond their control such as poverty, neglect, or lack of guidance. By engaging them in structured, positive alternatives, we help redirect their energy, build self‑discipline, and reduce chances of reoffending.

Through sports, creative work, and vocational training, children discover new pathways for growth and dignity. Combined with counselling and other diversion services, these activities ensure that every child is given the opportunity to reform, reintegrate, and thrive as a valued member of society.

In picture: Children from our restorative child Justice Centre in Ndola engaging in various activities.