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Domestic Violence
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The Global Survivor Network Speaks Out
Three Things Governments & Donors Can Do Now. Recommendations from Pachaiyammal, Victoria and Jakelin from the Global Survivor Network. -
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#BuildBackSafer for Women this IWD
On International Women’s Day, International Justice Mission (IJM) calls for investing in initiatives that provide protection and justice for women and children victimized by domestic violence and sexual assault. -
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Trauma-Informed Police Interview Room Piloted in Uganda
The model interview room is an important addition for UPF District Police Stations. Many Ugandan police units lack dedicated interview spaces as many police stations were constructed during pre-independence when the size of the force was much smaller. -
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“I was very strong and courageous... because I was speaking the truth.”
Sarah’s parents had always taught her to live peacefully with others. So when her partner became violent towards her, she didn’t know where to turn. Thanks to IJM's legal support, Sarah bravely testified in court against her abuser, and he was sentenced. We need your urgent help to protect women #UnsafeinLockdown during the Covid-19 crisis. -
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Arrest for Domestic Violence in Uganda
In April 2019, IJM Uganda supported police to arrest a man who had repeatedly abused and threatened to kill his wife, Betty*. -
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Three Convictions for Domestic Violence in Uganda
This month, three men were convicted and sentenced for the crime of domestic violence in Gulu, Uganda. -
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First Arrest as IJM Gulu Takes on Domestic Violence
On April 26, 2018, a man who had brutally beaten his wife over many years was arrested by police in Gulu, Uganda. This is the first case of domestic violence that IJM has taken on, as part of a new pilot project this year in Gulu. -
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IJM Bolivia Cases Progress at ‘Rapid Pace’ Following New Law
Thanks to a new law, IJM Bolivia has seen miraculous developments in the past eight months, according to Greg Tarrant, IJM Bolivia field office director. The Law to Decongest and Effectivise Criminal Procedures stole the media spotlight when passed at the end of October 2014, but only time could be the judge of its effectiveness. -
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Strong Sentencing for Bolivian Uncle Indicates Crackdown on Family Abuse
After two years of relentless effort by the IJM team, a Bolivian man has been sentenced to 22.5 years for abusing his 7-year-old niece. Throughout the legal process, the family faced multiple roadblocks, including threats to their safety and an uphill battle in the Bolivian justice system.