Protection Services

At Refugees For Prosperity (RFP), we are committed to safeguarding the rights and well-being of refugees. Our protection services provide comprehensive support, addressing immediate needs and offering long-term solutions that ensure safety, dignity, and stability. Whether through legal assistance, physical protection, or durable solutions, we work to empower refugees as they rebuild their lives.

Our Protection Services Include:

1. Legal Assistance

• Legal Guidance and Representation: Assisting refugees with understanding their rights and navigating legal processes related to documentation, refugee status, and employment.
• Advocacy for Refugee Rights: Engaging with local and international bodies to advocate for refugee protection and ensure compliance with refugee laws.

2. Physical Protection

• Housing Consultation: Helping refugees secure safe and affordable housing to ensure physical protection and stability.
• Safety and Security Coordination: Ensuring refugees’ safety through coordination with local authorities and community structures, offering emergency assistance when needed.

3. Ongoing Support

• Cultural Orientation: Assisting refugees in adapting to life in Uganda by providing cross-cultural understanding programs that promote integration into host communities.
• Mental Health and Trauma Counseling: Providing long-term mental health support to help refugees cope with trauma and emotional challenges.
• Durable Solutions:
  • Voluntary Repatriation: Assisting refugees who choose to return to their home country when conditions are safe.
  • Third-Country Resettlement: Facilitating the process for refugees to be resettled in a third country where they can start a new life.
  • Local Integration: Supporting refugees in becoming self-sufficient and fully integrated into Ugandan society through employment, housing, and social services.
  • Other Local Solutions: Providing alternative pathways for refugees to secure long-term stability within Uganda, such as community-based solutions and local development programs.