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Redemptorist priest-lawyer helps poor find justice in Indonesia
Ignoring threats and intimidation, Father Paulus Dwiyaminarta stands up for the marginalized
Redemptorist Father Paulus Dwiyaminarta says facing threats goes with the territory. (Photo supplied)
Over the last 20 years, Indonesian Redemptorist priest and lawyer Father Paulus Dwiyaminarta has handled more than 1,000 legal cases.
They have included criminal and civil cases dealing with environmental destruction, land conflicts, human trafficking, domestic violence and forced marriage, said the 52-year-old priest, who is based on Christian-majority Sumba island in East Nusa Tenggara province.
On average, he handles more than 100 cases per year and has a high success rate, he said, adding that his services are free and that he prioritizes people who have limited access to justice.