According to the Uganda Demographic and Health Survey (2012), more than half of 15- to 19-year old girls have experienced physical or sexual violence. In an effort to reduce the large number of children who remain exposed to abuse, exploitation, and violence, International Justice Mission (IJM) will work to set up community level referral mechanisms, legal counselling, and aftercare for child survivors of sexual violence. While child protection continues to be a critical challenge in Uganda, this project will enhance services and build strong violence prevention programmes for child survivors and those most at risk of sexual violence.
Uganda: combating violence against children
Written by David Fletcher 20 Oct 2017Additional Info
- Pray: for the Ugandan authorities and IJM as they address violence against children in western Uganda. (Psalm 12:7)
- More: news.ijm.org/ijm-to-consult-on-new-project-combating-violence-against-children-in-uganda/