NGO to assist in preventing child abuse

NYANZA- The International Justice Mission (IJM) has announced its commitment to support the Rwandan justice system in developing a mechanism to protect children against abuse. Lane Mears, the IJM country director, made the remarks during the opening of a three-day training of judges, prosecutors and police officials on handling of child assault cases. The three-day training was officially opened by Nick Johnson, the Rector of Institute of Legal Practice and Development (ILPD) and attended by 40 judges and prosecutors from around the country.