Casework
Sexual violence
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Justice for 16-year-old Lina in Bolivia
This strong sentence sets a precedent that there is no place for violence against women and children in Bolivia. It also honours the courage and determination of a young girl and her family who spoke up and fought for justice. -
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10-year sentence for man who sexually assaulted a three-year-old in Uganda
The incident occurred while the child was attending a church service with her family. Stepping outside momentarily, she was led away by the perpetrator and assaulted. -
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30-year prison sentence for child abuser in Bolivia
The man had threatened the girl and her brother, who witnessed some of the abuse, not to tell anyone. But when their mother discovered the truth, they decided to take action. -
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Five-year-old’s testimony leads to justice in Kenya
Asha displayed extraordinary bravery as she identified her attacker in court not once, but twice. Despite her young age, Asha recounted her harrowing experience, using her words as a powerful catalyst for justice. -
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What happens once a child is safe from trafficking or abuse?
Children who’ve experienced violence are deeply traumatised and remain highly vulnerable. Read how specialist care can help children heal and find hope again when they desperately need it. -
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First conviction for IJM in Honduras
IJMs first conviction proves that when local people and organisations are equipped to support survivors of violence, perpetrators are stopped – leading to safer communities. -
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Sex offender sentenced to life in prison in Kenya
When IJM met Vee in 2018, she was highly traumatised and needed urgent help. IJM provided Vee with a specialised form of counselling to address her post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).  -
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Man sentenced to 25 years in prison for sexual abuse of a child in Bolivia 
For months, the abuser took advantage of the familys trust. At night, he sneaked into the girls room and sexually assaulted her.  -
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Justice in Bolivia: Mariela’s story
For survivors of sexual violence like Mariela* in Bolivia, justice can seem unattainable. But together we’re making the impossible possible. This is what it looks like.  -
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IJM meets with the President of the Supreme Court in El Salvador
Earlier this month, IJM El Salvadors Country Director met with the Supreme Court President to reiterate our commitment to helping stop violence against women and children. -
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IJM delivers training to hundreds of Guatemalan police officers
Last month, over 220 Guatemalan investigators learned photography and videography techniques to help them investigate sexual crimes against women and children.  -
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IJM partner in Bolivia helps achieve justice in less than a month
An IJM-trained partner just helped convict a music teacher in Bolivia, who sexually assaulted Carina* when she was only eight years old.