An Analysis of Stakeholders Perspectives on the Role of Probation Department in Preventing and Responding to Domestic Violence Against Children in Kayunga
| dc.contributor.author | Ezira Lwanga | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2025-07-16T07:27:48Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2025-07-16T07:27:48Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2025-06-10 | |
| dc.description | Undergraduate | |
| dc.description.abstract | The study aimed at conducting an analysis of stakeholders’ perspectives on the role of probation department in preventing and responding to domestic violence against children in Kayunga. The study was guided by three objectives: analyzing stakeholders’ perspectives on the collaboration of probation department in preventing domestic violence against children, assessing stakeholders’ perspectives on resource availability for preventing domestic violence against children, and analysing the Stakeholders perspectives on probation department case management strategies in responding to domestic violence against children. The study was carried out using qualitative research design. Furthermore, data was collected from a sample of 30 stakeholders holding different positions in Kayunga district who were; the Probation officers, law officers, non-governmental leaders, social workers and community leaders using interviews and questionnaires. These respondents were selected using purposive sampling method. The findings highlighted the generally positive perception of stakeholders in Kayunga District regarding the collaboration of the probation department and other entities in preventing domestic violence against children. While stakeholders acknowledge the importance of legal frameworks, trained personnel, and resource mobilization, challenges such as inadequate funding, poor interagency coordination, & resource limitations hinder effective implementation. To address these challenges, stakeholders recommend improved funding, enhanced coordination, community awareness initiatives, and the introduction of electronic record-keeping systems to strengthen child protection efforts and ensure more efficient responses to domestic violence cases. Finally, the study recommended the need for increased funding for child protection programs, enhanced inter-agency coordination, adoption of computerized record-keeping systems, continuous capacity development for probation officers, and the establishment of child-friendly spaces. These measures will improve case management, strengthen collaboration, ensure timely interventions, and provide safe environments for children affected by domestic violence. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12311/2897 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | Uganda Christian University | |
| dc.title | An Analysis of Stakeholders Perspectives on the Role of Probation Department in Preventing and Responding to Domestic Violence Against Children in Kayunga | |
| dc.type | Thesis |