Casework
Violence Against Women
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Survivors Organise to Protect Children
July 2026 Survivors of violence in Peru are stepping into leadership to help protect children from violence. Find out how you can stand alongside survivors and help protect women and children from violence -
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25 Survivors Complete Leadership Training in El Salvador
The training also helps survivors understand how the justice system can protect people who have experienced violence – through criminal investigations, accountability in court, and trauma‑informed care that reduces re‑victimisation. Learn more about how IJM, alongside people like you, is supporting survivors to help end violence against women and children. -
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Justice in Intimate Partner Violence Case
February 2026 A leader from the Uganda Survivor Network referred a case of intimate partner violence to IJM, helping secure justice for Lydia. For years, Lydia endured violence in her marriage. The next morning, Lydia reported the assault to the police, and a leader within the local chapter of the Uganda Survivor Network, who knew of Lydia’s situation, referred the case to IJM for support. -
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First Survivor Chapter for Women with Disabilities Launches in Peru
January 2026 For the first time in Peru, women with disabilities are leading a dedicated group for survivors of violence – led by survivor leader Luz MarĂa. Libres para Servir is a national network of survivors advocating for a stronger justice system and greater protection from violence for women and children. This milestone signals a powerful new chapter for Peru: one where survivors with disabilities lead the movement for protection , justice, and change – supported by long-term partnerships and a growing network of survivor leaders. -
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Powerful Man Convicted of Intimate Partner Violence
A high-ranking government official in Uganda has been convicted of intimate partner violence, following repeated physical abuse and financial control. The verdict marks a significant moment in the stand against violence towards women in Uganda. -
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Survivors Lead Historic Advocacy Event in Guatemala City
Their message was clear and urgent: protect women and children from violence, end impunity, and demand justice. -
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IJM launches survivor-centred training in Guatemala
The course is designed for all professionals who interact with women and children who have experienced violence, particularly officials in the Guatemalan Justice System. -
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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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I'm Betzy, this is my story.
Betzy from Guatemala shares in her own words how she was abused as a child and why she’s now speaking out against violence. -
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Convictions for violence against women in Uganda
IJM is celebrating justice for several women who experienced violence in Uganda – including young mothers Britney* and Charlotte*. -
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Women and girls breaking barriers to access justice in Honduras
IJM and our partner, the Center for Human Development (CDH), recently facilitated a forum for 80 indigenous women. -
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Man convicted for intimate partner violence in Uganda
A man has received the maximum sentence for domestic violence in Uganda after physically assaulting his estranged wife, Aloyo*.