Redeem International is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting widows and orphans in Uganda from violent abuse and exploitation, particularly focusing on land theft—a prevalent issue in rural communities where land signifies survival and security.

Mission and Approach

Established in 2020 by Jesse Rudy, a former International Justice Mission (IJM) leader, Redeem International builds upon a successful pilot project initiated in Central Uganda in 2009. This project led to an 80% reduction in land theft rates, demonstrating the effectiveness of their model. The organization collaborates closely with local law enforcement, prosecutors, courts, and social services to:

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  Prosecute perpetrators of land theft and violence

  
  


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  Restore stolen property to rightful owners

  
  


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  Rehabilitate survivors through social and legal support

  
  

Their theory of change posits that effective law enforcement creates deterrence, which fosters safety, ultimately enabling prosperity for vulnerable populations.

Operations in Uganda

As of June 2025, Redeem International has deployed ten Intervention Teams across Uganda, including in:

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  Gulu

  
  


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  Wakiso

  
  


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  Iganga

  
  


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  Mbale

  
  


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  Lira

  
  


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  Arua

  
  


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  Soroti

  
  


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  Hoima

  
  


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  Mubende

  
  


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  Tororo

  
  

These teams consist of Ugandan professionals—attorneys, investigators, social workers, and community liaisons—who partner with local authorities to address cases of land theft and related abuses.