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Hidden in Plain Sight: Trafficking in Forced Displacement Contexts

Tuesday, 19 April 2022 by David Onen Ongwech
Hidden in Plain Sight: Trafficking in Forced Displacement Contexts_www.onendavid.com
While extinguishing and curbing the crime of trafficking demands concerted efforts to enforce the 4 Ps — prevention, protection, prosecution and partnerships — in Uganda’s case, there is a need for a paradigm shift from the conventional assumptions and methodologies to interventions with a deliberate forced migration lens. Research on the areas of trafficking and forced migration, as well as development of effective responses will require that we comprehend the impacts caused by conflict, and the fact that conflict-related trafficking is likely a major one.
Dr Chris DolanEnding Modern SlaveryForced Migration StudiesGilbert NuwagiraHeleen TouquetJerker EdstromJustice Rapid ResponseOnen David OngwechTrafficking
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  • Published in Human Rights, Refugee Debate, Sexual Violence Debate, Trafficking and Modern Slavery
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“Our Parents Do Not Know” Homeschooling fatigue among refugee children during COVID-19.

Thursday, 07 January 2021 by David Onen Ongwech
2020 National Learning Event Report
In case you missed the 2020 National Virtual Learning Event on Child Protection, and/or the presentation made during the event by Mr. Onen David Ongwech (RLP’s Programme Manager Gender & Sexuality), we are pleased to share a copy of the presentation titled; “Our Parents Do Not Know” Homeschooling fatigue among refugee children during COVID-19 induced lockdown”. The 2020 National Virtual Learning Event on Child Wellbeing took place from 25 – 26 Nov 2020 and was co-hosted by the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development and the National Child Protection Working Group (NCPWG) guided by the theme “Child wellbeing during and Post COVID-19 Context in Uganda”.
ActivismCentre for Migration and Diaspora StudiesChild ProtectionChild SafeguardingChildren WellbeingConflict-related sexual violenceDaily MonitorDr Chris DolanForced Migration StudiesGilbert NuwagiraHeleen TouquetJerker EdstromJustice Rapid ResponseKim Thuy-SeelingerOnen David OngwechRefugee Law ProjectSOAS Refugee ForumSOAS University of LondonThe New VisionUN WomenUNHCR
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  • Published in Human Rights, Refugee Debate
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Peacekeepers as allies in tackling sexual violence in conflict

Tuesday, 03 November 2020 by David Onen Ongwech
Peacekeepers as allies in tackling sexual violence in conflict
When peacekeepers are equipped to understand, respond to and prevent some of the dynamics that can destabilise an often fragile peace, then their value is greatly enhanced in post-conflict situations. This is particularly the case if they are able to engage pro-actively on issues of conflict-related sexual violence and its ‘post-conflict’ manifestations in the form of sexual exploitation and abuse. The report offers testimony to the value of such training endeavours, as well as to the importance of the International Protocol as a guiding document around which to organise both the content and the process.
Activismannie buntingAnthropology of DevelopmentBrandon HamberCentre for Migration and Diaspora StudiesConflict-related sexual violenceCSiWDaily MonitorDavid LisakDr Chris DolanErin BainesErin GallagherForced MigrationForced Migration StudiesGilbert NuwagiraHeleen TouquetJerker EdstromJustice Rapid ResponseKen ClearwaterKim Thuy-SeelingerLaurel FletcherNew VisionNTV UgandaOffice of the Prime Minister-UgandaOnen David OngwechRefugee ForumRefugee Law ProjectRefugeesRefugees in UgandaSOAS University of LondonThe New VisionUN WomenUNHCR
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  • Published in Human Rights, Sexual Violence Debate
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“Hard and Unbearable”: COVID-19 Induced Challenges as told by Refugee and Host Support Group Leaders

Thursday, 06 August 2020 by David Onen Ongwech
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Since the first case of COVID-19 was detected in Uganda, lives have and continue to change dramatically. With several measures and televised Presidential directives, the #StayHome mantra continues to impact lives in various ways. Refugees and host communities have not been spared – if any, the pandemic has worsened the already biting challenges and vulnerabilities. With some vulnerable communities in ‘hard-to-reach’ places at the receiving end of the directives and its associated enforcement and curfew, many of the things happening in and around refugee-hosting areas haven’t made it to the media. Many refugees and hosts are mired in inadequately documented challenges. While communities have not resigned themselves to the hurdles at hand and are adopting numerous creative coping mechanisms, the ways in which such resilience and positive coping mechanisms can be supported and replicated elsewhere by government, civil society, and international actors requires further exploration.
Activismannie buntingAnthropology of DevelopmentBrandon HamberCentre for Migration and Diaspora StudiesConflict-related sexual violenceDaily MonitorDr Chris DolanForced Migration StudiesHeleen TouquetJerker EdstromJustice Rapid ResponseKen ClearwaterNBS TVNTV UgandaOffice of the Prime Minister-UgandaOnen David OngwechRefugee ForumRefugee Law ProjectSOAS Refugee ForumSOAS University of LondonThe New VisionUNHCR
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What if we responded to sexual violence in conflict as an existential threat? Statement for International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, 2020

Friday, 31 July 2020 by David Onen Ongwech
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In the statement to mark the occasion, RLP asked the question; What if we responded to sexual violence in conflict as an existential threat? The press statement took a critical look at what the national and international response to COVID-19 has taught us thus far about our collective potential to end sexual violence in conflict. If we can mobilise the resources and will to develop a vaccine for COVID-19, if we can close airports and public transport to better control the virus, couldn’t we do the same to better control sexual violence in conflict? While COVID-19 has directly harmed our capacity to respond to survivor needs in the short term, it has also made clear that to eliminate sexual violence in conflict we need a sea change in how it is perceived. We need to see it as the existential threat it undoubtedly is, and invest time, effort and resources correspondingly.
ActivismAnthropology of DevelopmentConflict-related sexual violenceDaily MonitorDr Chris DolanErin BainesForced Migration StudiesGilbert NuwagiraHeleen TouquetJerker EdstromJustice Rapid ResponseKen ClearwaterKim Thuy-SeelingerLaurel FletcherNew VisionOffice of the Prime Minister-UgandaOnen David OngwechRefugee ForumRefugee Law ProjectRefugees in UgandaSOAS Refugee ForumSOAS University of LondonUN WomenUNHCR
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  • Published in Gender, Mental Health & Forced Migration, Human Rights, Refugee Debate, Sexual Violence Debate
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The High-Level Panel on Internal Displacement should focus on addressing the causes of long-term displacements

Sunday, 15 December 2019 by David Onen Ongwech
Kampala Convention Signatories
On 23 October 2019, the UN Secretary-General announced the establishment of a High-Level Panel on Internal Displacement in an event organised to mark the 10-anniversary of the adoption of the African Union Convention for the Protection and Assistance of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Africa a.k.a Kampala Convention. Herein, I argue that the yet to be composed panel should look deeply into the vulnerabilities of refugees and focus on addressing the root causes of internal displacements.
Activismannie buntingAnthropology of DevelopmentAsylum SeekersBrandon HamberCentre for Migration and Diaspora StudiesDaily MonitorDr Chris DolanForced Migration StudiesGilbert NuwagiraHeleen TouquetHigh-Level Panel on Internal DisplacementJerker EdstromJulia PurcellJustice Rapid ResponseKen ClearwaterKim Thuy-SeelingerLaurel FletcherOffice of the Prime Minister-UgandaOnen David OngwechRefugee Law ProjectSOAS Refugee ForumSOAS University of LondonThe New VisionUN WomenUNHCRWilton ParkWilton Park Conference
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Uganda’s Commitment to Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Requires ‘Whole-of-Society’ Approach of Intervention

Saturday, 07 December 2019 by David Onen Ongwech
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The Kingdom of the Netherlands recently (7-8 October 2019) demonstrated its commitment to improving Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) for millions of people affected by conflicts and forced displacements through the first International Conference on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Crisis held in Amsterdam. I bring to you the (audio-recorded) speech of Dr. Olaro Charles, Director of Clinical Services at the Ministry of Health who represented the Government of the Republic of Uganda at the conference.
ActivismAnthropology of DevelopmentBrandon HamberCentre for Migration and Diaspora StudiesConflict-related sexual violenceDaily MonitorDr Chris DolanErin BainesForced MigrationForced Migration StudiesHeleen TouquetJerker EdstromJustice Rapid ResponseKen ClearwaterOkot Francis OyatOnen David OngwechSOAS Refugee ForumSOAS University of LondonThe New VisionUN WomenUNHCR
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In support of the Civil Society Declaration on Sexual Violence

Friday, 18 October 2019 by David Onen Ongwech
Civil Society Declaration on Sexual Violence 2019
After several years of work on Conflict-Related Sexual Violence (CRSV), this declaration is a demonstration that through rigorous advocacy, we can collectively realise progressive transformation towards better support for survivors/victims and gender inclusivity. However, herculean hurdles lie ahead of the journeys toward realising contexts where all survivors can access and uptake services without discrimination, and where survivors/victims are not only beneficiaries of services but also active partners in response to and prevention of sexual violence.
Aime MoningaAlastair HiltonAlix Vuillemin GrendelAmbassador John Leonard MugerwaAnita Fabosannie buntingAnthropology of DevelopmentBaroness AnelayBrandon HamberCall It What It IsCentre for Migration and Diaspora StudiesConflict-related sexual violenceDorine LlantaErin BainesHeleen TouquetInstitute for Social StudiesJerker EdstromJustice Rapid ResponseKen ClearwaterKim Thuy-SeelingerLaurel FletcherMale Survivors of Sexual ViolenceMelinda ReedNBS TVNot Weapon of WarOffice of the Prime Minister-UgandaOnen David OngwechProf. Chris DolanRefugee ForumRefugee Law ProjectRefugees in UgandaSOAS Refugee ForumSOAS University of LondonThe New VisionUNHCRValeria BabaraWIGJWomen's Initiative for GWomen's Initiative for Gender Justice
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Surviving Torture and Fighting Stigma Workshop

Sunday, 22 September 2019 by David Onen Ongwech
Torture is Real, Speak Up
Following RLP’s contribution at the 49th Session of the United Nations Voluntary Fund for Victims of Torture (UNFVT) on 3 April 2019 during which Aimé Moninga and David Onen Ongwech, Programme Manager Gender & Sexuality, represented Refugee Law Project and amplified the voices of male survivors of Conflict-related Sexual Violence (CRSV), we are pleased to share the report of the Public Event and the Annual Expert Workshop produced by the United Nations Human Rights Office of the High Commissioner.
Brandon HamberCentre for Migration and Diaspora StudiesDavid LisakDr Chris DolanErin BainesGilbert NuwagiraHeleen TouquetJerker EdstromJustice Rapid ResponseKen ClearwaterKim Thuy-SeelingerLaurel FletcherOffice of the Prime Minister-UgandaRefugee ForumRefugee Law ProjectUNHCR
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Transformative Participation is essential for refugee children’s involvement in Uganda’s development

Monday, 18 June 2018 by David Onen Ongwech
Hits: 48 Editor’s Note: This post was originally published by Refugee Law Project on Saturday 16 June 2018 at 22:47hrs. For those who missed the statement that RLP published on the Day of the African Child, I urge you to find time to read and reflect on this statement which can be accessed via the
ActivismActivistsAime MoningaAlastair HiltonAnena CindyAnita Fabosannie buntingBarbara Harrell-BondBaroness AnelayBrandon HamberChildren Born of WarChildren born out of rapeChildren's ParticipationCSiWDavid LisakDr Chris DolanEffie VoutiraErin BainesErin GallagherFionnual Ni AoilainGilbert NuwagiraGlobal SouthGlobalisationHeleen TouquetInvolvement in DevelopmentJackson OdongJerker EdstromJoel QuirkJuliet AdochJustice Rapid ResponseKen ClearwaterKim Thuy-SeelingerLaurel FletcherMike LewMogi WokorachMoses Albert NsubugaMoses NsubugaMSSATNahla ValjiNicholas OpiyoOpiny ShafficParticipationPatricia AtimPatrick OtimPhillip SchulzPilar RianoRachel BardhanReal Stories Gallery FoundationRefugee Law ProjectSimon FerrandSouth South Institute on Sexual Violence Against Men and BoysSusan AlupoThea ShahrokhTransformative Participation
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