’We will Bring the Police’ : LBQT Women on Access to Justice in Zimbabwe

In this episode, we delve into access to justice for queer Zimbabwean women, girls, and non-binary folk. Our guests share their encounters with the formal justice system and civic institutions, revealing the deep challenges they face in a system that often ignores or mistreats them.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Interactions with the formal justice system, from the police to the courts, and how queer individuals are frequently mistreated or dismissed when seeking protection or justice.
• The barriers to accessing legal remedies and the lack of supportive policies for LGBTQIA+ people in Zimbabwe.
• What an inclusive, just, and secure system would look like for queer individuals, and the collective dreams for a future where safety, security, and fairness are guaranteed for all.

To learn more and dive deeper into the stories and reflections, you can download the SAFE report here.

Credits:

• This episode was brought to you by Feminist Voices Zimbabwe, with the support of the Purposeful Fund.
• Hosted by: Tinatswe Mhaka

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