Men in the Karamoja sub-region have said they are increasingly experiencing domestic violence but remain silent, arguing that existing support systems are largely designed to protect women and children, leaving male victims with limited avenues for justice.
The concerns were raised during police barazas held in Moroto, Nakapiripirit, and Amudat districts, with support from the International Justice Mission and funding from the Government of Ireland.
Residents say while domestic violence campaigns have helped protect vulnerable groups, they believe the same systems have created gaps in addressing abuse against men.
Peter Loduk, a resident of Namalu trading centre, says some men suffer violence at home, but their complaints are rarely taken seriously by authorities.
David Awas says intervention programs tend to favour women, leaving men without support structures for family conflict resolution.
Some men called for the establishment of community mediation desks to handle domestic disputes before they escalate to police cases.
Paul Alimo accuses police of worsening family conflicts, saying men are often arrested and forced to pay money for release when disputes are reported.
Albert Lokol says domestic violence against men is underreported and suggested that some women misuse police systems to their advantage.
He claims some women engage in late-night drinking and later report their husbands when confronted, leading to arrests.
He calls for stronger mediation systems to address household disputes.
Simon Opolot, Amudat Grade One Magistrate, says cases involving women assaulting men are emerging but remain underreported, urging male victims to report abuse instead of suffering in silence
By URN
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