Undikumbukire Project Zambia – Every child deserves a chance

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Seeking Justice
Bringing Hope

Every Child Deserves Another Chance

Mission Statement

Undikumbukire Project Zambia is a human rights organization that supports and serves children in conflict with the law through free legal services, social support, and justice system transformation.

Our Impact 2018-2024

4,045

detained children have received free legal services

10

institutions engaged in justice system transformation

552

families have taken part in family therapy and support groups

Our Model

Legal assistance for children in conflict with the law is a fundamental right yet most children in Zambia are left facing the law alone in detention facilities that do not cater for their basic needs. Most are from low income households and often have substance abuse problems with no access to rehabilitation facilities and advocacy for a child friendly justice system.

How we do it

Legal Services

From police stations to prisons to court, UP Zambia provides free legal support to children in their cases from beginning to end

Justice System Transformation

Active casework provides the foundation for advocacy with key stakeholders, identifying problems, providing solutions, and promoting the rights of children

Social Support

UP Zambia assesses children’s needs, providing counselling, family support groups, mentorship, and education as the reintegrate into their communities

About Us

UP Zambia was founded in 2014 and is registered in Zambia as a company limited by guarantee and designated an NGO and Public Benefit Organization. UP Zambia is governed by a six member board of directors.

We are a highly qualified team including attorneys, psychologists, social workers and law graduates, with years of experience in Legal Representation & Child Rights, Child Protection & Mental Health, Advocacy and Community Sensitization.

News

New ways to Give to UP Zambia.

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November 28, 2025

Because of your kindness and support, children in conflict with the law have continued to find hope, second chances, and someone to …

Introducing the New Executive Director-Bob Mwewa.

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November 11, 2025

UP Zambia is excited to welcome Bob Mwewa, a seasoned legal practitioner with a decade of experience navigating Zambia’s criminal justice system, …

Child Justice Week: A Big Step for Child Justice in Zambia!

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October 13, 2025

Something exciting happened on October 9th, 2025, at the Government Complex in Lusaka. The Judiciary officially launched the 2025 Child Justice Week …