Ottawa Black Justice Navigators Program

Empowering Access and Equity in the Justice System

Jaku konbit’s Black Justice Navigator Program is a new initiative that supports Black individuals and families in navigating the justice system. The program offers culturally responsive guidance, advocacy, and connections to legal and community resources, helping participants understand their rights, overcome systemic barriers, and access fair and equitable justice outcomes. The project was created to respond to the real barriers Black communities face when navigating courts, corrections, and related justice processes.

Many Black individuals experience confusion, fear, and unequal treatment when interacting with the justice system. This project helps bridge those gaps by providing trusted, culturally responsive support from trained Justice Navigators who understand the lived experiences of Black communities.

Services Include:

Legal Information and Education:

Clear explanations of justice processes, court procedures and individual rights to better understand the system

Justice System Navigation:

One-on-one support to help individuals navigate different stages of the justice system, including court appearances, bail conditions, probation, parole, and reintegration

Understanding Rights and Options:

Support to help individuals understand their rights and explore the options available to them so they can make informed decisions

Next-Steps Guidance:

Ongoing support throughout all stages of involvement in the criminal justice system, ensuring understanding of upcoming processes, timelines, and required actions.

Referrals to Community Supports:

Connections to legal aid, housing support, mental health services employment programs, settlement services, and other community resources to support stability and reintegration.

Fill out our intake form, and a member of our team will contact you.

Community Partners

https://www.ansji.ca/