Serious Citizens Part 2: Gender-Based Violence in Uganda

The Serious Citizen campaign collaborated with 9 radio stations across Uganda to produce a series of interactive radio talk shows on inclusive social norms and the position of women in Northern Uganda. These inclusive and locally-oriented radio talk shows allowed listeners to actively participate through SMS radio polls, call-ins, and Vox-pops.
Thematic report: Download (October 2022)

1. PREVALENCE OF GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE
In Uganda, Gender Based Violence (GBV) remains largely unreported. It is believed that over 1 million women suffer from gender-based violence every year, yet only 17.000 cases were reported to police in 2021. This means that only 1 out of 60 women report gender-based violence to the police! Strengthening mechanisms to reduce gender-based violence requires and deserves full support in planning for a prosperous future.
Poll Five Infographic Report


2. WHY MEN HIT THEIR WIVES
There is a lot of Physical Violence in households across Uganda. Violence against men by women exists, but most cases of physical Gender Based Violence (GBV) involve men hitting their women. There is an assumption that violence towards women in a marriage is to be expected, and therefore is not a big deal. This attitude allows violence to go unpunished and emboldens perpetrators. It also discourages women from rejecting the violence against them.
Poll Six Infographic Report

3. THE PRESSURE ON BOYS AND MEN TO BE PROVIDERS
In a previous poll, this program found that Gender Based Violence is often a result of frustration by men because of poverty. Traditionally, men are regarded as the breadwinners and providers for their households. They are expected to have a stable income, be respected in the village and have their own land. Due to changing circumstances, like massive population growth, not all men can live up to these expectations. Many men feel pressured by their partner, family and peers and resort to domestic violence and substance abuse.
Poll Seven Infographic Report

4. ALCOHOL ABUSE
Alcoholism is widespread in Uganda with one of the highest consumption rates in the African region. Research shows that harmful alcohol use increases the chance of domestic violence. Excessive alcohol use also causes health risks and neglect of responsibilities. Although alcoholism can be treated with the right support, it is better to prevent people from getting addicted and over-consuming alcohol.

Poll Eight Infographic Report
Polls part of this campaign:
HITS SC 1.8 | Among your family and friends, what is the main reason for alcohol abuse?

BABA SC 1.8 | Among your family and friends, what is the main reason for alcohol abuse?

WEST SC 1.8 | Among your family and friends, what is the main reason for alcohol abuse?

PACIS SC 1.8 | Among your family and friends, what is the main reason for alcohol abuse?

MEGA SC 1.8 | Among your family and friends, what is the main reason for alcohol abuse?

WA SC 1.8 | Among your family and friends, what is the main reason for alcohol abuse?

DELTA SC 1.8 | Among your family and friends, what is the main reason for alcohol abuse?

SIMBA SC 1.8 | Among your family and friends, what is the main reason for alcohol abuse?

AKICA SC 1.7 | What should boys and men do who feel frustrated and pressured by expectations to become a successful provider?

BABA SC 1.7 | What should boys and men do who feel frustrated and pressured by expectations to become a successful provider?

HITS SC 1.7 | What should boys and men do who feel frustrated and pressured by expectations to become a successful provider?

WEST SC 1.7 | What should boys and men do who feel frustrated and pressured by expectations to become a successful provider?

PACIS SC 1.7 | What should boys and men do who feel frustrated and pressured by expectations to become a successful provider?

MEGA SC 1.7 | What should boys and men do who feel frustrated and pressured by expectations to become a successful provider?

WA SC 1.7 | What should boys and men do who feel frustrated and pressured by expectations to become a successful provider?

DELTA SC 1.7 | What should boys and men do who feel frustrated and pressured by expectations to become a successful provider?

SIMBA SC 1.7 | What should boys and men do who feel frustrated and pressured by expectations to become a successful provider?

AKICA SC 1.6 | In your family, why do husbands hit their wives?

BABA SC 1.6 | In your family, why do husbands hit their wives?

HITS SC 1.6 | In your family, why do husbands hit their wives?

WEST SC 1.6 | In your family, why do husbands hit their wives?

PACIS SC 1.6 | In your family, why do husbands hit their wives?

MEGA SC 1.6 | In your family, why do husbands hit their wives?

WA SC 1.6 | In your family, why do husbands hit their wives?

DELTA SC 1.6 | In your family, why do husbands hit their wives?

SIMBA SC 1.6 | In your family, why do husbands hit their wives?

DELTA SC 1.5 | Why do you think Gender based Violence against women is so prevalent in your community?

AKICA SC 1.5 | Why do you think Gender based Violence against women is so prevalent in your community?

BABA SC 1.5 | Why do you think Gender based Violence against women is so prevalent in your community?

HITS SC 1.5 | Why do you think Gender based Violence against women is so prevalent in your community?

WEST SC 1.5 | Why do you think Gender based Violence against women is so prevalent in your community?

PACIS SC 1.5 | Why do you think Gender based Violence against women is so prevalent in your community?

MEGA SC 1.5 | Why do you think Gender based Violence against women is so prevalent in your community?

WA SC 1.5 | Why do you think Gender based Violence against women is so prevalent in your community?

SIMBA SC 1.5 | Why do you think Gender based Violence against women is so prevalent in your community?

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