The Right of Prisoners for Conjugal Visitation in Ethiopia: A Case Study of Federal Prisons in Addis Abeba
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2023-08
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Addis Ababa University
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The present study was aimed to evaluate the implementation of the right of prisoners for conjugal visitation in Federal Prisons located in Addis Ababa. The very objectives of the study is to identify the effect of conjugal visitation on prisoners and the intersection that the right has with other human rights.
In order to address the objectives, the study utilizes both qualitative and quantitative research methodology. Data were collected from Families of prisoners, detainees, and Correctional administration staff through questionnaires, survey, observation, in-depth interview and key informant interview. The data obtained were analyzed using Parson Product- Moment Correlation Coefficient and Microsoft excel. These are cross-checked with personal observation of the researcher. Related laws, policies and reform discourses of the country are also reviewed.
The study found gaps and concerns its critique in light of international human right standards, it also identifies issues that need attention by policy makers and implementers for further improvement, which would lead to better treatment of inmates
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Human rights, Prisoners, Conjugal rights, Sexual Rights, Private Family visits