

to end violence against women and children in Central America
Children’s lives are on the line
Jakelin is one of many Guatemalan girls who experienced sexual abuse as a child. One night, her mother, Catarina,* woke up and found her spouse about to rape Jakelin in her bedroom.
Horrified, she took Jakelin and her brothers and fled their home and reported the crime to authorities. With IJM’s help, Jakelin’s father was prosecuted and put in jail for his crime. But many cases remain open, and an average of two women are murdered each day in Guatemala.
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What people are saying
"Many Central American migrants are fleeing the violence of kidnapping, gangs, and rape that local authorities have been powerless to stop. But targeted investment in police, courts, prosecutors, and widespread engagement of civil society can make a measurable difference in the lives of the poorest. Central America needs more of that United States investment rather than less." - IJM CEO Gary Haugen
"There are innovative, effective programs—many funded by the US government—that are addressing this violence and instability. The win-win of such programs is that they not only serve vulnerable people often forced to run for their lives, but they also make staying home a real possibility for many people who, violence aside, have no desire to migrate." - IJM VP of Spiritual Formation Jim Martin
Faith Sign-On Letter
Pastors and faith leaders from across the country are standing together to urge Congress to take action to protect vulnerable women and children from violence in Central America. If you are a pastor or faith leader, add your name to this letter today!
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