Immigration Detention

  • Freedom isn’t Always Freedom: Life After Prison and Detention

    Introduction: While much attention is given to prisons and immigration detention facilities, less focus is given to life after release. For many, punishment does not end upon leaving these institutions. The emotional effects of incarceration often linger. Reintegration is challenging, as uncertainty and mistrust persist. At the same time, individuals must rebuild their lives with…

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  • Behind Closed Doors: What Are Places of Confinement and Why Should We Care?

    Introduction: Immigration detention has drawn increasing global attention, particularly in the U.S, where facilities managed by U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) face scrutiny. Reports highlight concerns over overcrowding, prolonged detention and mental health impacts on migrants. Images of families in restrictive environments question detention’s effectiveness and humanity (Human Rights Watch, 2025). While the U.S…

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