This role is fixed term for 24 months

UNJUST is committed to tackling systemic racism and discriminatory processes, policy and practices within the criminal legal system.  We work at the intersection of lived experience, research, law, advocacy and community power to expose the root causes of injustice, reimagine equitable systems and bring about transformative outcomes.

Our work challenges the over-policing, criminalisation and harm disproportionately experienced by Black and racialised communities – and centres the voices of those most impacted as the drivers of change.

Founded on principles of realism, empathy and collective action, we believe in creating space for truth-telling, accountability and radical hope. Through community-based programmes, participatory research, creative storytelling and strategic campaigning, we aim to shift power, policy and perception. We are proud to be a bold, visionary and values-led organisation working to build a future where justice is truly just.

The Research and Policy Lead will be responsible for developing and implementing research activities and policy advocacy strategies that support UNJUST’s vision to challenge systemic racism in the criminal legal system and dismantle discriminatory processes, policies and practices. The role involves working closely with community partners, sector stakeholders and decision-makers to influence policy change at
local and national levels.