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Violence against women and children
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Indigenous Honduran Women and Girls Break Barriers to Accessing Justice
INTIBUCÁ, HONDURAS – November 25, 2023. IJM and Centro de Desarrollo Humano (Center for Human Development – CDH) facilitated a forum where 80 indigenous women from Intibucá, a rural region in Honduras, gathered to discuss how women and girls who have suffered violence can overcome the obstacles they face as they seek protection and justice. -
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IJM Helps Peruvian National Police Produce User-Friendly Guide on how to Interact with Minors
LIMA, PERU – On August 18, 2023, over 200 representatives of the Peruvian Ministry of Internal Affairs, the National Police and IJM Peru attended the launch of the “User-friendly Guide for the Care of Children and Adolescents at Police Stations.” This tool includes protocols and standards that will equip police officers to provide trauma-informed care to children and adolescents at police stations. -
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Trauma-Informed Care Builds Resilience for Survivors of Human Trafficking and Violence
To ensure the best outcomes of healing, survivors need access to trauma-informed care. What is it? -
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IJM Uganda Helps Bring Justice to a Mother of Twins
“You saved me,” the mother of twins sees her husband convicted after he repeatedly assaulted her for asking him to help with child support. -
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Court Completes Speedy Trial in Case of Attempted Murder of a Woman at the Hands of her Partner
On July 25, 2023, after a swift three months trial, the Chief Magistrates Court in Gulu sentenced the perpetrator to 3 years of imprisonment for the attempted murder of his former partner. -
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International Conference Tackles Global Trends in Crimes Against Women
TAMIL NADU, INDIA — For the first time in Tamil Nadu, IJM and the State Commission for Women (TNSCW) jointly organized an international conference on “Global Trends in Crimes Against Women” on December 11, 2023. The one-day event brought together nearly 500 esteemed government officials, global thought leaders, social activists, and students to discuss evolving forms of violence against women and children. This diverse forum provided an opportunity for experts to explore local and cross-border collaboration, share best practices, and discuss innovative solutions that will help keep women and children safer. -
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Ugandan Teen Convicted for Sexually Assaulting a 3-year-old
Through the collaborative efforts of IJM Uganda and the local police, justice prevailed when the 19-year-old man was arrested for sexually abusing 3-year-old Kevinah*. Following his arrest on July 17, 2023, the case swiftly proceeded to Gulu High Court. On July 26, 2023, the perpetrator pleaded guilty to the charge of aggravated defilement leading to a conviction based on his admission. As a result, he was sentenced to 18 years of imprisonment. This successful and swift outcome underscores the importance of partnership in ensuring accountability and safeguarding communities against crime. -
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IJM supports the Launch of the Crime Victims Reparation Policy in Guatemala
Guatemala, Guatemala – On August 28, Guatemala unveiled the launch of the “Crime Victims Reparation Policy” at the International Summit. This groundbreaking initiative, developed in collaboration with IJM Guatemala and the Victims’ Institute marks a pivotal step toward holistic restoration for victims and survivors of violence. -
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IJM in the Northern Triangle of Central America Signs Crucial Agreements to Protect Women and Children
Tegucigalpa, Honduras – On September 4, 2023, Juan M. Rivera, Vice President of IJM´s Northern Triangle Program signed an agreement with the Representative of the Honduran Public Justice System to improve community security and reduce impunity that ultimately protects women and children against violence. -
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Children and Adolescents attend Fair organized by IJM Guatemala and Community Partners
On June 21, the Local Protection Network in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala and IJM Guatemala facilitated a fair to inform children and adolescents how minors experiencing violence can access justice and other services within their community. -
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IJM Bolivia signs Memorandum of Understanding with Bolivian Ministry of Justice
BOLIVIA – On June 30th, following five years of collaboration with its partners, IJM Bolivia signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the National Ministry of Justice. This represents a significant milestone in the fight to protect women and children from physical and sexual violence. -
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IJM Uganda Co-Hosts East Africa Prosecutor’s Conference
IJM Uganda, alongside other partners, supported the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions to host the Conference of the East African Association of Prosecutors, in Kampala from February 26 -March 1, 2023.