Judicial academy launches therapeutic jurisprudence curriculum

In efforts to foster a compassionate and enlightened legal system, a trauma-informed programme has been launched to help by instilling legal professionals with a profound understanding of the deep interplay between law, mental health, and trauma.

The programme dubbed National Therapeutic Jurisprudence and Trauma-Informed Training program by Crevit Mulier and Co, in partnership with the Kenya Judiciary Academy, is the first of its kind in the country.

At the same time, an innovative e-learning platform has been launched, designed to empower the Kenya Judiciary Academy with accessible and cutting-edge educational resources.

This digital oasis of wisdom will empower judiciary officials at all stages of their careers, with a cornucopia of resources and courses designed to deepen their understanding of therapeutic jurisprudence and trauma-informed practices.

Harnessing the power of technology, the e-learning platform ensures that every legal –practitioner has an opportunity to engage in transformative learning, transcending the boundaries of time and space.

The launch saw legal luminaries, esteemed scholars, and justice advocates converge. Accomplished think tanks and project managers from both Kenya Judiciary Academy and Crevit Mulier & Co share a deep understanding of the myriad ways in which trauma shapes individuals’ experiences within the legal system.

The training curriculum design program entails multiple weeks of intensive instruction, and presented a variety of knowledge and insights.

By embracing this enlightened approach, the Kenyan Judiciary is poised to transform the lives of those who have endured immense suffering, guiding them towards paths of resilience, empowerment, and justice.

The innovative e-learning software platform for the Kenya Judiciary Academy, heralds an era of accessible education, seamlessly bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application.

This digital oasis of wisdom will empower judiciary officials at all stages of their careers, with an abundance of resources and courses designed to deepen their understanding of therapeutic jurisprudence and trauma-informed practices.

Harnessing the power of technology, the e-learning platform ensures that every legal practitioner can engage in transformative learning, transcending the boundaries of time and space.

Kenya Judiciary Academy Deputy Director of the, Hon. Justice (Dr.) Freda Mugambi who graced the launch shared the visionary embrace of this pioneering e-learning software platform, and trauma-informed curriculum as an endeavor to champion jurists who embody compassion, sensitivity, and an unwavering commitment to justice.

She said by leveraging the power of technology, this groundbreaking endeavor seeks to democratize knowledge, dismantling barriers that have traditionally hindered access to high-quality education.

Through this platform, legal professionals across the nation can access invaluable insights, engaging in an ongoing dialogue that nurtures a harmonious relationship between the law and the human experience.

“What a milestone witnessing the marriage of legal practice with therapeutic jurisprudence and trauma-informed training. The collaboration between Crevit Mulier & Co., the Kenya Judiciary Academy, and Oxfam represents a seismic shift in how justice is conceived, practiced, and delivered,’ said Lanji Ouko-Awori of Crevit Mulier & co.

By embracing the transformative power of compassion, understanding, and holistic healing, Kenya paves the way for a judicial system that not only renders verdicts but also heals the wounds of the past, giving rise to a brighter, more equitable future for all.

The National Therapeutic Jurisprudence and Trauma-Informed Training, alongside the launch of the judiciary e-learning platform, signal a turning point in legal history where justice, compassion, and the recognition of individual experiences meld into a symphony of profound change.