Jail Decongestion Program
HLAF's Jail Decongestion Program (JD) has run since HLAF's establishment and has since evolved from a traditional lawyering project into an alternative lawyering program.
We decongest jails not only by providing legal and paralegal assistance to PDLs but we also focus on improving the perspective, attitudes and knowledge of duty-bearers and the community.
Our Jail Decongestion Stories
dignity through freedom
16 Baguio City PDLs finish Paralegal Training
HLAF equipped sixteen (16) persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) of Baguio City Jail Male dormitory with essential legal literacy in understanding their cases, legal documents,
Is there hope in confinement?
Jail congestion in the Philippines remains a highlighted issue that demands urgent attention. Overcrowded facilities not only exacerbate difficult living conditions for persons deprived of
Restorative Justice and Anti-Death Penalty
In a world that often feels overwhelmed by violence and despair, the quest for justice and healing remains a pivotal discussion point, particularly within the
Malaya Na At Tutulong Para Magpalaya Pa
As the sun sets on their internship journey, the Development Communication interns from Batangas State University reflect on their transformative experience at the Humanitarian Legal
Reintegration focused during the TFKK Meeting
Being locked up in jail is a real challenge as it deprives one’s liberty. Yet, being able to go back to the community does not
Interns Bring Joy and Hope to Families in Jail Through Coloring Book Activity
In a heartwarming display of compassion and solidarity, HLAF interns have embarked on a mission to spread joy and creativity within the walls of a
Our Accomplishments
1 January 2021 - 31 December 2021
were released through the combined efforts of the partners jails, PDL volunteers and HLAF volunteers, interns and staff
trained as paralegals to provide paralegal services to their fellow PDLs.
trained, capacitated and empowered to provide support to PDLs in their areas.
