Justice Making, Justice Spaces and Justice Users

Edited by: Dean D’ Cruz, Reboni Saha, Siddhrath Peter de Souza, Varsha Aithala and Naomi Jose

This insightful book reimagines how justice systems can be reshaped to better serve the needs of people—especially those who are disadvantaged. Focusing on public spaces in Goa—courtrooms, police stations, protest sites, and classrooms—it asks how these spaces are structured, and what must change for them to truly support those seeking justice.

Drawing on insights from practitioners, activists, and researchers, the authors explore how ordinary people relate to these spaces and the barriers they face. Through grounded case studies and theoretical reflections, the chapters of this work offer a wider commentary on how we might design justice systems that are more inclusive, accessible, and people-centred.

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