Gender Justice and Legal Empowerment in Rural Uganda: A Theoretical Framework

Key Points

• This research aims to develop a theoretical framework addressing gender justice and legal empowerment for women in rural Uganda.
• Developed a theoretical framework incorporating traditional knowledge and modern legal systems.
• Analyzed the barriers women face in accessing legal protections.
• Identified innovative pathways to improve legal empowerment.
• Proposed methods for integrating traditional knowledge into legal practices.
• Highlighted significant barriers women encounter in obtaining formal legal protections.
• Suggested actionable strategies for enhancing gender justice in rural communities.

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