Current Campaigns
We’re building a people-powered movement for transformational change of the criminal justice system towards a fair, just and flourishing Aotearoa.
Our three focus areas are:
Capacity & Movement Building
JustSpeak builds capacity and capability within our community and across the wider justice movement, to achieve lasting systems change. We do this by investing in education and outreach, facilitating volunteer opportunities, and working collaboratively with allied organisations.
Narrative & Media
To transform the justice system, we need to shift public attitudes and beliefs about justice, linking our collective values to a compelling vision for the future. We do this by replacing outdated narratives about law and order with new conversations about prevention, healing and community well-being - all supported by credible evidence.
Advocacy & Campaigns
Transforming our justice system requires our decision makers to actively improve policy and redirect resources towards social and community wellbeing. We do this by advocating for evidence-based policy and legislation through public campaign work and keeping our government accountable on justice issues.
Current Campaigns
To uphold the dignity and potential of all people, we need to bridge the gap between prisons and higher education. We are currently working alongside lived experience scholars to establish a Global Freedom Scholars Network here in Aotearoa. Access to higher education in prisons in Aotearoa is currently very limited - we want to see this change!