Uganda
Violence Against Women and Children
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.
April 03
Violence Against Women and Children
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...
April 02
Violence Against Women and Children
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...
March 05
Violence Against Women and Children
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...
August 28
Sexual Violence
20-Year Jail Sentence for Sexual Violence Against a 16-Year-Old Girl
16-year-old Sonia* was alone at home when her grandfather, Allen*, walked into the living room, which was separated by a curtain from her bedroom. He...
October 06
Land Theft
Lakot's Story
How long would you hold out for justice? How long would you work to secure a future for your children? Lakot’s story is one of great perseverance in...
March 14
Violence Against Women and Children
Survivors of Violence in Uganda Are Increasing Awareness Through Skits
Survivor groups in Uganda perform dramas to educate the community on violence against women and children, and how to report it.
October 29
Sexual Violence
Conviction of Teacher in Uganda on Charges of Trafficking and Sexual Violence
The Ugandan High Court ruled to convict a head teacher on twelve counts including trafficking charges for his abuse of children at the school where...
October 11
Violence Against Women and Children
Launch of survivor-friendly interview space and shelter with police in Kampala
IJM and partners launched a new survivor-friendly interview space and shelter for women and children who are victims of violence in Uganda.
September 13