The Public Solicitor, with approval of the Governor, has appointed Jodi Joshua and Stephanie Sherrin as Lay Advocates for Ascension. They both join Kitty George as the team of appointed on-island Lay Advocates.
In recognition that individuals have a right to legal assistance in times of need, and in consideration of Ascension’s specific circumstances, the Lay Advocates Ordinance 2007 provides for the appointment of Lay Advocates.
Under the supervision of the Public Solicitor’s office, the advocates provide advice and support to people on Ascension in legal matters, both civil and criminal. As such, Lay Advocates are trained and assisted by the Public Solicitor’s office in the execution of their duties, and are entirely independent of AIG.
For those who would like to understand more about the work of the Lay Advocates, or to discuss a matter of concern with them, please contact the lay advocates directly through the below details:
Kitty George: kittygeorge17@gmail.com
Jodi Joshua: layadvocate.jodijoshua@gmail.com
Stephanie Sherrin: ascension.layadvocate@gmail.com
Office of the Administrator
20 October 2025