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Gender in the Criminal Justice System
Gender in the
Criminal Justice System
Gender generally features in
discussions on the drug problem, but few of the responses or interventions that
tackle the consequences of drugs include tangible components and solutions that
address gender imbalances in access to justice and/or services, or other issues
that negatively impact individuals based on their gender.
CICAD is carrying out a diagnostic study in
Argentina, Colombia, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, and Jamaica that will
collect and analyze data on individuals entering the criminal justice system
(that is, when the case is referred to the prosecutor's office, and before
formal charges are filed), followed by the drafting of a compendium of available
alternatives to incarceration and social reintegration interventions that
include a gender-based focus.
These diagnostic studies will also inform and support the
design of appropriate interventions or adjustments to current alternatives to
incarceration. CICAD seeks to generate baseline data based on these studies
that will assist drug authorities in improving their ability to track and report
sentencing outcomes and recidivism rates for drug-related offences, while
enhancing their ability to disaggregate relevant populations by gender. This
data will contribute to the development of effective drug policies and programs
that are gender-sensitive, as well as to address the drug problem without
contributing to gender inequality. Additionally, the studies will make
recommendations on improving interventions based on its findings.
This project will allow participating states,
institutions, and professionals working in the justice, social services, and
health sectors to: (1) increase awareness and understanding of gender dynamics
in promoting alternatives to incarceration strategies for drug-related offenders
as a way to reduce recidivism; (2) improve coordination among these sectors and
with civil society; (3) develop information-gathering methodologies to better
identify current gaps in how the justice system offers alternatives to
incarceration for this population, thus reducing inequality; and (4) better
understand gender dynamics of drug-related offenders when designing drug-related
policies and legislation.
updated on 10/10/2019 5:42:51 PM
