The introduction of conjugal visits in Sierra Leone’s correctional facilities has the potential to bring about significant benefits for inmates and their legal partners.

Conjugal visits, which allow inmates to spend private time with their spouses or partners, play a crucial role in maintaining family bonds and supporting the mental health and well-being of both inmates and their families.

The Human Rights Defenders Network Sierra Leone aims to leverage international human rights laws to advocate for the implementation of such visits as a fundamental right for inmates.