MCJL – Muslim Center For Justice and Law

STRENGTHENING PARTNERSHIPS

MCJL signed an MOU with URSB regarding advocacy for the registration of Muslim marriages.
The partnership is intended at enhancing Access to Justice in Muslim communities

SUCCESS STORY

Our client, Hajjati Saidat, who was charged with theft of tenant's merchandise in 2016 gets acquitted in 2020 with help from MCJL

Terrorism has no
place in Islam

Empowering Qadhi court adjudicators and LCs in Human rights and gender standards in Butambala district.

LCs and Qadhi courts are usually the first courts of contact by the community members and therefore it is important to empower them on how to apply human rights and consider gender aspects when handling cases at their different levels

We congratulate our own Counsel Kharuri Annet Gyabi upon joining the LASPNET Board representing Eastern Uganda. We trust that your vast experience in legal aid services provision will greatly benefit the Network. We wish Ann all the best.

We condole with the family of Hajj Nsereko Mutumba upon his death. Hajj Nsereko was among the inaugural Board Members at MCJL and he immensely contributed to our Vision. What a loss! May Allah admit him to Jannah.

We congratulate our board member
Mr. Kato Idi Ahmed upon completion of
his doctorate and so proud of this achievement. He is proof that good things come to those who are willing to sacrifice
to reach a worthwhile goal.

MCJL congratulates American citizens and US Embassy in Uganda upon electing Joe and Kamala into power. Peaceful transfer of power through a free and fair election are aspirations of any democracy around the world. We wish Democrats all the best.

Semi-Annual Interface Meeting with Paralegals from Eastern Region

Staff Reflection and Planning meeting

Semi-Annual Interface Meeting with Paralegals from Central Region

MCJL engaged Paralegals in a learning and experience sharing meeting.

Strengthening the Capacity of Muslim Adjudication System in documentation at community Mosques.

MCJL distributed assorted stationery to Mosques in Butambala district meant to facilitate Paralegals in their work

ENGAGING POLICY MAKERS

Engaging policy makers in advocating for development and overseeing the implementation of laws that protect human rights

Human Rights Research

Studies are developed to help adjudicators in the local council and Qadhi courts apply gender and human rights standards when handling disputes before them.

Human Rights Conference

Conducting conferences with key stake holders in the criminal justice system to address human rights concerns.

HUMAN RIGHTS/LEGAL EDUCATION

Good Governance, Human Rights, Peace and stability in Uganda through the use of the Rule of Law.

GENDER BASED VIOLENCE PREVENTION

Promoting Peaceful and Harmonious Communities by Engaging Law Enforces

SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH RIGHTS AND HIV/AIDS

Eliminating of HIV/AIDs infections and reducing unintended pregnancies among girls in school and women of reproductive age.

ACCESS TO JUSTICE

Providing Comprehensive and Quality Legal Aid services that promote access to Justice for the poor and vulnerable in the target communities.

PRISON VISITS

Providing free Legal aid services to prison inmates and sensitizing them on their rights.

INTERNSHIPS

Students from different universities around the world benefit from working with our team as we improve access to justice to the vulnerable people in our communities.

GENDER BASED VIOLENCE PREVENTION

Promoting activities that help communities end gender based violence by respecting women and girls.

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