Violence Against Women & Children
Violence Against Women & Children
Headteacher sentenced to life in prison for sexually abusing a 10-year-old girl
Ten year old Rennie* bravely confided to her mother that her headteacher had sexually abused her in 2014. After eight years of seeking justice, the...
March 22
Violence Against Women & Children
Child's brave testimony secures conviction and produces a strong warning
Little Vin* was only five when he was sexually assaulted by his neighbour. With the support of IJM Kenya, he and his family persevered despite...
January 18
Violence Against Women & Children
One of IJM Kenya's longest-fought court battles ends in justice
Nearly eight years after little Jalia* was assaulted, the court found her perpetrator guilty and sentenced him to life in prison.
January 13
Violence Against Women & Children
Grandmother’s dedication inspires fight for justice after granddaughter was sexually assaulted
A man has been sentenced to life in prison for sexually abusing an eight-year-old girl.
December 03
Violence Against Women & Children
Survivors of Violence in Uganda Are Increasing Awareness Through Skits
Survivor groups in Uganda perform dramas to educate the community on violence against women and children, and how to report it.
October 29
Sexual Violence
Conviction of Teacher in Uganda on Charges of Trafficking and Sexual Violence
The Ugandan High Court ruled to convict a head teacher on twelve counts including trafficking charges for his abuse of children at the school where...
October 11
Violence Against Women & Children
IJM celebrates the launch of survivor-friendly interview space and shelter with police in Kampala
IJM and partners have launched a new survivor-friendly interview space and shelter for women and children who are victims of violence in Uganda.
September 13
Sex Trafficking
Transformation in Kenyan justice system enables IJM project closure
After almost two decades, IJM Kenya is concluding its Sexual Violence Against Children project. The Kenyan justice system has dramatically...
August 01
Human Trafficking
How a passion for justice turned Cindi Wolk into an unlikely cattle rancher
When Cindi learned about IJM’s mission, she desperately wanted to "save the children" who were enslaved and abused. She knew she wasn’t going to be...
July 01