Assessing the Effectiveness of the Church of Uganda in Fighting Drug Abuse and Crime Rate in Uganda

This study was set to assess the effectiveness of the church of Uganda in fighting drug abuse and crime rate in Uganda. This study applied qualitative approach on a sample size of 91 respondents. The study used both primary and secondary data. Primary data was collected by use of a structured interview guide since the nature of the data was qualitative. The secondary data was obtained from the church reports and library which were reviewed for completeness and consistency for thematic analysis. The study findings revealed that the church of Uganda plays a vital role in fighting against drug abuse and crime rate in Sheema Municipality including training and awareness programs, counseling and supports, community engagement and partnerships and collaboration and that Church of Uganda faces significant challenges in efficiently fighting against drug abuse and crime rates such as limited access to limited financial resources for organizing workshops, seminars and conferences aiming at fighting against drug abuse and crime rates, poor mindset change especially among the youths and limited skilled personnel to provide counselling and guidance services among the youth. To address these challenges, this research proposed for the provision of counseling services and support groups to help young people struggling with addiction, offering a safe and non-judgmental space for them to share their experiences. This study recommended that the church should design mentorship programs that aim to bring people especially young people closer to the church and this reduces on rate of drug abuse as a pair youth with positive role models who can guide and support them in making healthy life choices also that church should also create opportunities for youth to engage in positive activities, such as sports, arts, and community service, to keep them occupied and focused on constructive pursuits.

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