Justice Beyond Borders: How Restorative Justice Empowers IDPs in Baidoa

Justice Beyond Borders: How Restorative Justice Empowers IDPs in Baidoa

Restorative justice offers a community-led approach to resolving disputes, promoting healing, and restoring dignity — especially for displaced populations. In my Master of Law thesis, I explored how these practices are transforming justice access for IDPs in Baidoa.


Why Restorative Justice Matters

Displaced people often face legal barriers. Formal courts are expensive, far away, or intimidating. Community-led restorative justice brings justice closer to the people — using dialogue, reconciliation, and respect.


Legal Needs of IDPs in Baidoa

My research identified:

  • Lack of awareness of legal rights
  • Forced evictions
  • Land disputes and unresolved grievances
  • Limited legal aid services

The Role of Community Mechanisms

Local elders, women leaders, and youth are key to resolving disputes peacefully. Their involvement improves trust and fairness.

We must strengthen:

  • Paralegal networks
  • Rights awareness training
  • Customary justice systems

Policy Recommendations

To build a fairer system:

  • Support community-based legal education
  • Integrate restorative approaches into humanitarian response
  • Prevent forced evictions with stronger HLP frameworks

Download Full Thesis

📄 Download my full thesis here


This research was submitted as part of my Master of Law program and reflects my commitment to justice, dignity, and protection for displaced communities.

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