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Uganda
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Justice in intimate partner violence case
A leader from the Uganda Survivor Network referred a case of intimate partner violence to IJM, helping secure justice for Lydia. Her decisive action led to the perpetrator's arrest and sentence, under charges of domestic violence and assault. -
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Justice for three young boys in Uganda
Three boys who were sexually assaulted by a self‑proclaimed pastor in their community have now received justice – with the perpetrator sentenced to a total of 55 years in prison. -
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IJM Uganda reveals shocking scale of violence against women and children
A new national baseline report exposes the urgent need to protect women and children from violence in Uganda. -
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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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Justice for a nine-year-old girl in Uganda
A High Court in Uganda recently sentenced a man to 20 years in prison for sexually assaulting Devine* when she was just five years old. -
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Child abuser sentenced to 30 years imprisonment in Uganda
Last month, a High Court in Uganda sentenced a man to 30 years in prison for sexually assaulting nine-year-old Pearl*. -
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10-year sentence for man who sexually assaulted a three-year-old in Uganda
A man has recently been sentenced to 10 years in prison for sexually assaulting a three-year-old girl.  -
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Key witness able to testify with the support of a sign language interpreter
Thanks to the support of a sign language interpreter and IJM, a key witness was able to provide critical evidence – resulting in justice for an 11-year-old girl. -
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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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Child’s testimony leads to long-awaited justice in Uganda
At the end of last month, a man was sentenced to 17 years in prison for the sexual assault of Druscilla* in 2019, when she was just six years old. -
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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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Justice for 16-year-old Ivy* in Uganda
Three men have been convicted and sentenced to 21 years in prison for sexual assault and aggravated robbery.