Sometimes, judges know their biases and learn to free themselves from them in their decisions. Other times, some make them aware of them, but many times, they go unnoticed by everyone.
It is of utmost importance that judges are aware of their biases. This awareness is crucial in avoiding decisions based on stereotypes rather than the facts before them, which could lead to a discriminatory decision.
Feminist organizations can play an essential role in training courts. At Women’s Link, we train high-level judges, Supreme Court officials, and prosecutors in Colombia, Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, Mexico, Argentina, Honduras, Guatemala, and Spain on incorporating a gender perspective into the law.
