Exile International

In Uganda and DR Congo, armed forces and rebels have abducted more than 100,000 children. Children as young as 7 are kidnapped and forced to fight in rebel armies. Many are psychologically tortured and brainwashed — forced to commit atrocities against their own families and communities, forced to fight and to kill. Young girls are abducted and abused, often becoming victims of rape and sexual violence. Those fortunate enough to escape or be released are left with deep and enduring emotional scars from what they've seen and been forced to do. Many are unable to return home because they have either lost or been rejected by their families. Exile International provides comprehensive care (physical, emotional and spiritual care, education and leadership development) — restoring and empowering children of war to become leaders for peace.