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Hope in the Darkness: Vision Trip to Bolivia
Hope in the Darkness: Vision Trip to Bolivia - By Mélyssa Trembley -
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With a Groundbreaking 49 Convictions in 2024, PROBOS is Changing Access to Justice in Bolivia
Getting justice for survivors of sexual violence in Bolivia is not easy. Legal processes can take years, the judicial system is full of obstacles, and impunity is still a major issue. But in 2024, IJM Bolivia’s PROBOS project accomplished something remarkable: 49 convictions. How did they do it? The answer lies in their dedicated team, their unique approach, and their deep commitment to justice. -
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After 16 Years of Silence, Survivor of Sexual Violence Receives Justice
This verdict marks the end of a long and painful wait and represents a victory for Billie*, offering her a long-awaited sense of justice. In PROBOS and IJM, Billie found crucial allies who relentlessly fought for her case. Her courage, combined with the unwavering support of these organizations, demonstrates that even though the path to justice is arduous, it can ultimately prevail. -
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We Stand Together: Canadians and Bolivians Supporting Survivors of Violence
Canadians have been standing with women and children in Bolivia for almost two decades. Your unwavering support has been seen, felt and experienced by IJM Bolivia staff, partners and the thousands of survivors who are now living in safety and freedom. Learn the history of this relationship. -
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Bolivian Justice Sentences Child Sex Offender to 30 Years in Prison
After a tough and long battle, a man was sentenced to 30 years in prison for abusing his stepdaughter for five years. This outcome is not only, justice for one family, but also a symbol of hope for countless others facing similar nightmares. It demonstrates the possibilities when survivors of violence receive support from a team of experts: perpetrators are held accountable, and communities see that the law is applied rigorously. Confronting violence and protecting those in need becomes a reality we can achieve, encouraging individuals to report crimes while deterring potential aggressors. -
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A 14-year-old Receives Justice After Three Years of Abuse
In a significant milestone for justice in Bolivia, a child and her family found relief and justice with the support of PROBOS, an IJM partner, a 25-year prison sentence was secured for the man who was found guilty of sexually abusing his stepdaughter. This sentence, being the most severe for crimes of this nature, provides a sense of justice and closure for the survivor and her family. -
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How IJM Bolivia and its Partner PROBOS are Empowering Survivors of Violence
PROBOS is an interdisciplinary group of professionals who have been trained by IJM to attend cases of violence and abuse. Lawyers, social workers, and psychologists work together to support victims of violence. They view this work as an act of service, donating their time and expertise to support women and children who otherwise could not afford legal and therapeutic support. -
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Man Convicted by Bolivian Court for Sexually Abusing a Child
LA PAZ, BOLIVIA – March 1, 2024, was a day of celebration and relief for Carina* and her family. After a long nine-year court battle, PROBOS, an IJM-trained partner, took on the case in February 2024. A month later, they achieved a 12-year sentence for the school teacher who sexually assaulted Carina when she was eight years old. -
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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 Bolivia Celebrates 13 convictions in Three Months
IJM-trained volunteers in Bolivia helped bring 13 criminal convictions in the first quarter of 2023. These rulings bring justice for 12 women and children survivors of sexual, physical or intimate partner violence or attempted femicide. -
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Canadian Parliamentarians to Travel to Bolivia with International Justice Mission Canada
Monday, September 9, 2019 — Since 2006, International Justice Mission Canada (IJM Canada) has worked with the Bolivian government to end all forms of violence and persecution, especially child sexual assault. Over the last few years, the government of Bolivia has recognized the urgent care that is required for cases of child sexual violence.