“It is from the ignorance of our rights that arbitrariness draws its greatest strength.”
These words by Denis Langlois are at the heart of our blog, La Voix du Droit.
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is a country of extraordinary beauty and diversity, but it also faces immense challenges when it comes to human rights and justice.
The absence of a reliable, credible, and fair justice system is perhaps the biggest barrier preventing the DRC from achieving the peace and sustainable development it so urgently needs. Today, nearly 45,000 people—often the poorest and most vulnerable—are being held in Congolese prisons in a state of complete injustice. Unaware of their rights, nearly 80% of them are in pretrial detention, far beyond legal limits, and have never had access to a lawyer.
Educate to Liberate
With our blog, La Voix du Droit, our goal is simple: to educate in order to liberate.
We believe that legal awareness is one of the most powerful tools to fight injustice and arbitrariness.
We firmly believe that by educating people about their rights—and about the responsibilities of the State toward them—they can become empowered and better equipped to resist oppression.
Voices That Matter
This blog aims to be a trusted source of objective and accessible information on legal developments and justice-related issues in the DRC.
Here, you’ll find much more than just articles.
Our legal experts will share insights and analysis to help you better understand the realities of the Congolese legal and prison systems.
But you’ll also read the stories of people we’ve supported—during their time in prison and after their release.
We hope these stories of resilience will inspire you to join us in making the rule of law a reality in our country.
One article at a time.
One voice at a time.
Jessica, Founder of Ius Stella