On the Path of the Prophets!

Our Story: Challenging the 'war on terror'

CAGE (previously known as CagePrisoners) was set up in October 2003 as a grassroots NGO with the purpose of raising awareness about the plight of the prisoners at Guantanamo Bay and other detainees held as part of the War on Terror. 

Since then, as the War on Terror expanded into the civil space, so did the CAGE remit.

Through our work, CAGE has developed extensive networks with former prisoners, their families, lawyers, activists and the media. Our strengths and experience makes us unique in the way we operate. 

What we do: Defending rights, empowering communities.

• Work closely with survivors of abuse and mistreatment across the globe, supporting them to access their rights.
• Carry out cutting edge research, regularly documenting the abuse of due process and the erosion of the rule of law.
• Provide a voice for survivors of miscarriages of justice, challenging the dominant narrative of suspect communities.
  
• Empower communities by educating them about unjust state policies, providing information on their rights and empowering them to stand up against inequality.

CAGE's Director Dr Adnan Siddiqui

How your money will be spent:

1) Research: £35k will go towards supporting our Research functions. We will invest in:

- Research investigations in the field.

- Cutting edge reports and publications.

- Professional production, publication and dissemination of reports.

Our researchers investigate clients cases and document abuses of law around the world to produce cutting edge reports and publications. Our research is extensive and ground-breaking through which has resulted in our work being continually referenced as an evidence base by academics, journalists, human rights organisations and lawyers. We are regularly invited to contribute to intellectual debates and discussions in global conferences, parliamentary meetings and Universities.

Our latest report was the Science of Pre-crime which investigates the psychological studies underpinning the PREVENT policy. This report was supported by over 150 academics in the form of a joint statement published in the Guardian.

2) Investing in the community: £45k is invested back into the community via educational and empowering outreach programs. 

-       Know your rights workshops.

-       National and international campaigns.

-       Providing educational material and content.

-       Delivering lectures and public events.

CAGE are a grassroots organisation that has worked to empower communities through multiple awareness campaigns, lectures, workshops and public events, with the aim of seeking justice and changing attitudes in the process. These events are a crucial way to educate the public on significant issues related to them, and mobilise communities to campaign against injustice and empower them to stand up for their rights.

Our last national tour spanned 7 cities in 6 days and over 1000 people attended.

3) Supporting survivors: £30k is invested in our casework service which comprises:

- Access to our dedicated client helpline.

- Advice and information on legal representation and financial aid.

- Emotional and psychological support.

How YOU can help

1. Donate

2. Share our appeal

3. Create a supporter's page and fundraise for us!